embarkation

/ˌɛmbɑrˈkeɪʃən/
noun
  1. The act of getting onto a ship, aircraft, or other vehicle to begin a journey.
    • The embarkation of troops was completed by dawn.
    • Passengers must arrive two hours before embarkation.
    • Embarkation for the cruise will begin at 10 a.m.
  2. The beginning of a new project or activity.
    • The embarkation on a new business venture requires careful planning.
    • His embarkation into politics surprised his friends.
    • The team celebrated the embarkation of their research project.
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