embarkment

[em-bahrk-muhnt]

embarkment Definition

  • 1a structure built along the shore of a body of water for loading and unloading ships
  • 2the act of boarding a ship or aircraft

Using embarkment: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "embarkment" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The embarkment was crowded with people waiting to board the cruise ship.

  • Example

    The embarkment of troops onto the transport plane took several hours.

embarkment Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for embarkment

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Summary: embarkment in Brief

The term 'embarkment' [em-bahrk-muhnt] refers to a structure built along the shore of a body of water for loading and unloading ships, as well as the act of boarding a ship or aircraft. It is synonymous with 'pier,' 'wharf,' 'quay,' and 'jetty,' and is often used in formal contexts.