sendoff
nounEtymology Deverbal from send off.
1
A demonstration of affection and well-wishing to someone leaving a place or group to begin a new undertaking; a farewell.
2
A party for an colleague who is leaving; a farewell party.
- We had a sendoff for our departing colleague as he left for a new job.
3
A memorial service or funeral.
4
Alternative Alternative form of send-off (“type of sports penalty”).
- Related terms
- send off