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Airport

UK /["/ˈeəpɔːt/"]/US /["/ˈerpɔːrt/"]/

Definition

a place where planes land and take off and that has buildings for passengers to wait in

In simple words: A place where airplanes land and take off.

Examples

  • We arrived at the airport early to avoid missing our flight.
  • The airport was crowded with travelers and their luggage.
  • She works at the airport as a customer service agent.
  • The airport has many shops and restaurants to enjoy.
  • After a long journey, we finally landed at the airport.

Usage notes

Commonly used in travel contexts. Appropriate in casual and formal settings when discussing travel plans. Avoid using in contexts that do not relate to air travel.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Imagine the 'air' and 'port' as a docking station for airplanes in the sky.

Collocations

  • big
  • large
  • major
  • depart from
  • fly from
  • take off from
  • building
  • terminal
  • check-in
  • at an/​the airport

Synonyms

  • airfield
  • landing zone
  • flight terminal

Antonyms

  • seaport
  • train station
  • bus station

Common mistakes

  • Confusing 'airport' with 'aerodrome' - 'airport' is more common.
  • Adding unnecessary articles - e.g., saying 'the airport' when referring to a generic airport.
  • Mispronouncing the second syllable, often saying it too quickly.