departure
US /dɪˈpɑːr.tʃɚ/
UK /dɪˈpɑːr.tʃɚ/
1.
the action of leaving, especially to start a journey
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Our departure was delayed due to bad weather.
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The train's departure time is 10:30 AM.
2.
a deviation from an accepted, prescribed, or normal course of action
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His latest novel marks a significant departure from his usual style.
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The new policy is a radical departure from previous practices.