send-off

• Substantivo que designa uma manifestação organizada de bons votos no início de uma viagem ou de um novo empreendimento, ou a largada dada aos participantes de uma competição.

A noun referring to an organized expression of goodwill at the start of a trip or new venture, or a start given to contestants.

1. Farewell celebrationB1informal

   An organized event or expression of goodwill to mark someone's departure on a journey or new venture.

   Despedida

   • The team gave him a warm send-off before he left for his new job.
   • We organized a small send-off party for our friend moving abroad.
   • Her colleagues arranged a send-off with cake and cards.

   Sinônimosadieubon voyagefarewellleave-taking

2. Start for contestantsB2formal

   A signal or action that marks the beginning of a race or competition.

   Largada

   • The referee gave the runners a quick send-off with a whistle.
   • The send-off for the marathon was delayed due to rain.
   • Contestants received a clear send-off from the starting line.

   Sinônimoskickoffstartstarting signal