The airport
Example: Airport serves as hub for departures and arrivals
Definition
"The airport" refers to a designated area equipped with runways and facilities where airplanes take off, land, and are maintained. It serves as a hub for departures and arrivals, supporting passenger and cargo air travel operations efficiently.
Etymology
The term "airport" combines 'air,' relating to the atmosphere or aviation, and 'port,' a place where vehicles and goods arrive and depart. It originated in the early 20th century as aviation developed, reflecting the idea of a 'port' for aircraft rather than ships.
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"The airport" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Air travel & Aviation - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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