Landing

Definition

An instance of coming or bringing something to land, either from the air or from water.

Parts of Speech

• Noun

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈlændɪŋ/
• Respelling: LAND-ing (with "LAND" as in "hand" and "ing" as in "sing")

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈlændɪŋ/
• Respelling: LAND-ing (with "LAND" as in "hand" and "ing" as in "sing")

In both dialects, "landing" places the primary stress on the first syllable, "LAND." The pronunciation is the same across both American and British English, focusing on the clear articulation of "LAND-ing."

Etymology

Originated from the Old English word "landian" which means "to arrive." It's related to the Old Norse word "landa" meaning "to land."

Derivatives

• Land (verb)
• Landed (verb, past tense)
• Landfall
• Landings
• Re-landing

Synonyms

• Arrival
• Touchdown
• Descent

Antonyms

• Takeoff
• Departure
• Ascent

Usage

• The plane made a safe landing despite the stormy weather.
• The soldiers stormed the beach during the early hours of the landing.

Related Terms

• Runway
• Dock
• Touchdown zone
• Helipad
• Berth

Detailed Definition

Noun

• Landing (Noun): The act of coming to the ground, typically from an aircraft.
  • Example: "The pilot ensured a smooth landing despite the rough weather."

• Landing (Noun): A level area at the top of a staircase or between one flight of stairs and another.
  • Example: "The cat curled up on the landing to nap in the sunlight."

• Landing (Noun): The act of disembarking from a boat or ship.
  • Example: "The passengers were eager to begin exploring after landing on the island."