L'aéroport
Example: L'aéroport est très grand et plein de voyageurs.
Definition
"L'aéroport" refers to a large area or complex where aircraft take off and land, equipped with terminals for passengers, baggage handling, and various services. It is a central hub for travelers and airplanes in the tourism and transportation sectors.
Etymology
The word "l'aéroport" comes from the French prefix 'aéro-' meaning 'air' and 'port' meaning 'harbor' or 'gate.' It literally means 'air harbor,' reflecting its role as a gateway for air travel. This term has been in use since the early 20th century with the rise of aviation.
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"L'aéroport" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - Tourism - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 135 commonly used words.
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