send-off

noun

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

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Hugh Jackman $50 million ($66 million gross) After the emotional send-off of his Wolverine character in 2017's Logan, nothing short of a massive payday and the opportunity to work with his good friend Ryan Reynolds would have convinced the 56-year-old Jackman to don the adamantium claws once again. Matt Craig, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025 Even an on-court loss would have provided closure — a proper send-off, new motivation for the offseason, and a character-building opportunity to cry after failing to meet a goal. Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Feb. 2025 All the characters got nice send-offs in the finale. Kristen Baldwin, EW.com, 21 Feb. 2025 Tracey is proud of her for choosing that ballet as her send-off. Gia Kourlas, New York Times, 12 Feb. 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 11 Mar. 2025.

Kids Definition

send-off

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

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