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embarking

Embarking (noun) means the act of boarding a ship, aircraft, or other vehicle, or of starting a new undertaking. Example: “Embarking took over an hour due to the long security queue.”

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The act of boarding a ship, aircraft, or other vehicle, or of starting a new undertaking.
"Embarking took over an hour due to the long security queue."

How to use embarking

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In plain EnglishThe -ing form of "embark" — the act of getting on board, or of setting off on something new.

Word forms

embarkings plural

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Frequently asked questions

What does “embarking” mean?

The word “embarking” means the act of boarding a ship, aircraft, or other vehicle, or of starting a new undertaking. In plain terms, the -ing form of "embark" — the act of getting on board, or of setting off on something new.

How do you use “embarking” in a sentence?

Here is “embarking” used in a sentence: “Embarking took over an hour due to the long security queue.”

What part of speech is “embarking”?

“Embarking” is a noun.

Is “embarking” a common word?

“Embarking” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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