send-off

noun

ˈsend-ˌȯf 

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

Examples of send-off in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Even though the flight took off from a helipad on the property, the wedding venue didn’t have proper safety standards and a plan in place to cancel the send-off in case of bad weather, the lawyers allege. — Sam Gillette, PEOPLE, 23 Sep. 2026

This gives opportunity for gate welcomes and send-offs, or even meeting a friend for a meal during a layover. — Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Sep. 2026

Klitschko concluded the caption, which accompanied a radiant photo of Panettiere, with another birthday send-off to the late actress. — Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 21 Aug. 2026

If tears feel likely, plan the send-off somewhere quieter than a crowded dorm lounge. — Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 20 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1872, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for send-off

• ashraf
• checkoff
• cutoff
• falloff
• handoff
• kickoff
• layoff
• liftoff
• markoff
• markov
• payoff
• playoff

Kids Definition

send-off

noun

ˈsen-ˌdȯf

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