Meaning of the word "put to sea" in English

What does "put to sea" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

put to sea

US /pʊt tə siː/
UK /pʊt tə siː/

Idiom

to begin a voyage or journey by sea

Example:
The captain decided to put to sea despite the approaching storm.
After weeks of repairs, the ship was finally ready to put to sea.