Das Abflugtor
Example: Das Abflugtor für unseren Flug ist Nummer zwölf.
Definition
"Das Abflugtor" refers to the departure gate at an airport where passengers board their flights. It is the designated area that leads travelers from the terminal to the aircraft, ensuring orderly boarding and security before departure.
Etymology
The word "das Abflugtor" is a compound of the German words "Abflug" meaning 'departure' or 'takeoff' and "Tor" meaning 'gate.' The combination literally means 'departure gate,' perfectly describing its function at airports. Did you know that "Tor" originally meant a physical gate or door, but in this context, it represents a checkpoint or passage for travelers?
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"Das Abflugtor" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Tourism - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 135 commonly used words.
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