send-off

/ˌsɛnd ˈɔf/
/ˈsɛndɒf/
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Definitions of send-off
  1. noun
    an organized expression of goodwill at the start of a trip or new venture
    synonyms: bon voyage
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    type of:
    farewell, word of farewell
    an acknowledgment or expression of goodwill at parting
  2. noun
    a start given to contestants
    synonyms: kickoff, start-off
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    type of:
    start
    the beginning of anything
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