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landfall

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Noun — The first sighting or arrival at land after a journey by sea or air.

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make landfall landfall near the coast

Etymology

From land + fall — literally the point where the sea "falls" away into land.

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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.

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