send-off

noun

: a demonstration of goodwill and enthusiasm for the beginning of a new venture (such as a trip)

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In his send-off, Steve introduced viewers to his brother Joe, played by Donovan Patton, the new star of the series. J. Kim Murphy, Variety, 2 May 2025 Simmons was attending a friend’s prom send-off before the accident, her parents, Everett and Letrice Simmons, told First Alert 4. Charna Flam, People.com, 29 Apr. 2025 Dozens of world leaders, at least 11 reigning monarchs and tens of thousands of mourners were on hand to give Francis a final send-off. Kim Hjelmgaard, USA Today, 26 Apr. 2025 This post contains details about the fifth and final season of You Despite his efforts not to romanticize his You character Joe Goldberg, Penn Badgley gave the controversial character a steamy send-off. Glenn Garner, Deadline, 24 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for send-off

Word History

First Known Use

1872, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of send-off was in 1872

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“Send-off.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/send-off. Accessed 7 May. 2025.

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send-off

noun
ˈsen-ˌdȯf
: a demonstration of goodwill and enthusiasm for the beginning of something new (as a trip)

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