The terminal
Example: Terminal is building where passengers depart and arrive
Definition
"The terminal" is a building at an airport where passengers arrive, depart, and transfer between flights. It typically contains ticket counters, waiting areas, baggage claim, and security checkpoints, serving as the main hub for passenger processing and airline services.
Etymology
The word "the terminal" comes from the Latin term 'terminus,' meaning 'boundary' or 'end point.' In the context of air travel, it refers to the final or starting point of a journey. Did you know? The concept of a terminal building evolved with the rise of commercial aviation in the early 20th century.
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"The terminal" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Air travel & Aviation - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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