The airport
Example: Airport is place where planes take off and land
Definition
"The airport" is a designated area where airplanes take off and land, equipped with facilities for passengers such as terminals, runways, and control towers. It serves as a hub for air travel, connecting different locations around the world.
Etymology
The term "the airport" combines 'air,' relating to the atmosphere or flight, and 'port,' meaning a place of arrival and departure. The word 'airport' emerged in the early 20th century as aviation advanced, reflecting its role as a gateway for air travel.
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"The airport" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Tourism - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 135 commonly used words.
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