leave-taking

Definitions

The act of saying goodbye or departing.

A formal or ceremonial farewell.

Examples

The formal leave-taking at the end of the ceremony was marked by a series of polite bows and handshakes.

He found the process of leave-taking to be emotionally exhausting after spending such a wonderful summer with his relatives.

Synonyms

departure farewell parting valediction exit withdrawal adieu

Antonyms

arrival welcome greeting appearance entry approach introduction