Disembarkation
/ˌdɪs.ɛm.bɑːrˈkeɪ.ʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The act or process of passengers or goods leaving a ship, aircraft, or vehicle, often governed by legal regulations.
The disembarkation of all passengers was delayed due to customs inspections.
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In legal texts, disembarkation often carries implications for jurisdiction, customs, and immigration law, so precision in context is essential.
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