The travel delay
Example: The travel delay affects arrival time significantly
Definition
"The travel delay" refers to the period of time by which a journey or trip is postponed or prolonged beyond the expected or scheduled duration. It commonly impacts arrival times and can result from various factors such as traffic, weather, or operational issues.
Etymology
The phrase "the travel delay" combines the noun "travel," originating from the Old French word 'travail' meaning 'work' or 'labor,' reflecting the effort involved in journeying, and "delay," derived from the Old French 'delaier,' meaning 'to postpone or defer.' Together, they describe a postponement related to a journey.
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"The travel delay" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B1) - set 2", containing 113 commonly used words.
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