Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

sendoff

noun

/ˈsɛndˌɔf/

Definition

A farewell ceremony or event held to bid someone goodbye, often in a celebratory manner.

Examples

We organized a lovely sendoff for our colleague who is moving to another city.
At the airport, friends gave him a heartfelt sendoff before his big trip abroad.
They threw a surprise sendoff party to celebrate her promotion and upcoming relocation.

Meaning

A sendoff is typically an occasion where people gather to show appreciation and convey their best wishes to someone who is departing, whether for a journey, a new job, or another significant life change.