embarkment
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of embarkment
Example Sentences
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At sunset, Captain Alwi extends his hand to mine in a cleansing dose of liberty in our ad hoc port of embarkment.
From Time Magazine Archive
Of the embarkment at Surrentum, Veranilda had only a confused recollection: fear and distress re-awoke in her as she tried to describe the setting forth to sea, and the voyage that followed.
From Veranilda by Gissing, George
Caesar wished to be present at the embarkment.
From The Brass Bell or, The Chariot of Death by De Leon, Solon
He stood to watch the embarkment of the mariners, who, if they wondered at this latest command, had learned at least to wonder in silence.
From Sir Mortimer by Johnston, Mary
She had told him on the previous night, at what place she was to view the embarkment; and she detected the first movement which showed him to be on the watch for her.
From A Song of a Single Note A Love Story by Barr, Amelia Edith Huddleston
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