Disembark

To leave a ship, aircraft, train, or other means of transport; to go ashore. This action signifies the end of a journey or voyage on the specified mode of transport and the commencement of being on land or a different mode of transport. It often involves customs and immigration procedures. It implies a purposeful and organized departure from the vehicle, contrasting with an accidental fall or removal. The term emphasizes a transition from contained travel to freedom of movement.

Disembark meaning with examples

• Passengers will disembark the cruise ship in the morning after breakfast, proceeding through customs before entering the city. Baggage handlers will unload the luggage.
• As soon as the plane landed, the flight attendant announced that we could now disembark and head towards baggage claim, and prepare for departure from the airport to our hotel.
• The train slowed as it approached the station; the conductor announced that the passengers needed to disembark in an orderly fashion before they proceeded to the city.
• Upon reaching the shore, the explorers disembarked their vessel to commence their search for the lost treasure and begin their exploration of the island.
• After a long journey, the weary travelers were eager to disembark the bus and stretch their legs before beginning their drive home.