send-off

noun

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

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This send-off mixes new stunts with archival footage, promising the usual outlandish pranks and blunt-force impacts to sensitive bodily regions. Tracy Brown, Los Angeles Times, 14 May 2026 The Markham Park District executive director caused quite the scene last weekend after hiring a helicopter for her daughter's prom send-off, which landed in a public park without proper authorization. Jermont Terry, CBS News, 14 May 2026 This is time allocated for friends to come together for a proper send-off for the bride-to-be. Sean Joseph Outkick, FOXNews.com, 13 May 2026 As part of The Late Show’s send-off week, Stephen Colbert hosted fellow podcast Strike Force Five members Seth Meyers, Jimmy Kimmel, Jimmy Fallon, and John Oliver. Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 12 May 2026 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 21 May. 2026.

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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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