Synonyms

deplane

American

[dee-pleyn] / diˈpleɪn /

verb (used without object)

deplaned, deplaning

to disembark from an airplane.

deplane British

/ diːˈpleɪn /

verb

(intr) to disembark from an aeroplane

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Etymology

Origin of deplane

First recorded in 1920–25; de- + plane ¹

Example Sentences

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The woman from seat 22D sat in her seat crying while waiting to deplane.

From The Wall Street Journal • Sep. 24, 2025

Many occurred during thunderstorms, and American was unable to manage its airport gates to let passengers deplane.

From Washington Times • Aug. 28, 2023

Deputies met the plane when it touched down at 12:35 p.m. and helped passengers deplane.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 6, 2023

But, with the time it takes to deplane and get to his hotel, Mr. Brown doesn’t think he can make it until after 8 p.m. to eat again.

From New York Times • Aug. 8, 2022

“You will have your gear ready to deplane the moment we touch down. Is that clear?”

From "Fallen Angels" by Walter Dean Myers

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