1. the act of leaving a place
2. a change from an established course, method, or tradition
3. the scheduled time when a vehicle leaves
Usage: transportation

Examples

• The train’s departure was delayed by thirty minutes.
• We watched his departure from the airport terminal.
• Her sudden departure surprised everyone at the office.
• The new policy represents a departure from traditional methods.
• This approach is a significant departure from our usual strategy.
• Flight 205’s departure is scheduled for 3:15 PM.
• The departure gate was crowded with passengers.