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landing Synonyms
Another word for landing
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• noun (Context 1)
The act or process of coming to the ground or another surface after a flight, jump, or voyage.
Usage Example
"The passengers applauded when the pilot executed a perfectly smooth touchdown despite the heavy rain."
Strongest
touchdown
Strong
arrival
Weak
descent
• noun (Context 2)
A level area at the top of a staircase or between flights of stairs.
Usage Example
"She paused on the second-floor platform to catch her breath before continuing up to her apartment."
Strong
platform
Weak
level
• noun (Context 3)
A place where boats or ships can dock to discharge passengers and cargo.
Usage Example
"We tied the wooden canoe securely to the dock before walking up to the lakeside cabin."
Strongest
dock
pier
Strong
wharf
jetty
Opposites of landing
Looking for antonyms? The opposite of landing varies depending on the context. Here are a few common opposites:
takeoff
departure
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Landing. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/landing