landfall
What is another word for landfall? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — The first sighting or arrival at land after a journey by sea or air.
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How to use landfall
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
make landfall
landfall near the coast
Etymology
From land + fall — literally the point where the sea "falls" away into land.
Full origin of landfall →Frequently asked questions
What does “landfall” mean?
The word “landfall” means the first sighting or arrival at land after a journey by sea or air. In plain terms, the moment a ship, plane, or storm reaches land after being over water.
How do you pronounce “landfall”?
“Landfall” is pronounced LAND-fawl (/ˈlænd.fɔl/ in IPA).
How do you use “landfall” in a sentence?
Here is “landfall” used in a sentence: “The crew celebrated when they made landfall after three weeks at sea.”
What part of speech is “landfall”?
“Landfall” is a noun.
