The arrival
Example: Arrival indicates reaching destination after completing journey
Definition
"The arrival" refers to the moment or act of reaching a destination, especially after completing a journey. It commonly marks the end point of travel where a person or group enters a new place, often associated with tourism and travel experiences.
Etymology
The phrase "the arrival" comes from the verb 'arrive,' which traces back to the Old French 'arriver,' meaning 'to reach, come to shore.' This itself originates from the Vulgar Latin 'ad-ripare,' combining 'ad' (to) and 'ripare' (to shore). Did you know that the term originally had strong nautical ties, as it referred to ships coming to shore?
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"The arrival" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Tourism - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 135 commonly used words.
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