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embarkation

NounSuru VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

1. embarkation
2. boarding (a ship or aircraft)
3. Boarding (transport)

This noun and verb (used with する) refers to boarding a vehicle, particularly an aircraft or ship. It is the formal term you will commonly encounter at airports and seaports in announcements and on signage.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

She asked if she could switch to a window seat before boarding.

Sentence 2

Due to strong winds, boarding may be temporarily suspended.

Sentence 3

I don't know why, but boarding lines always make me weirdly anxious.

Sentence 4

Which flight are you planning to board?

Sentence 5

They told me, "We'll weigh your luggage before boarding."