time of arrival

The term "time of arrival" is widely used in transportation, logistics, and communication to indicate when an entity is expected to reach a destination.

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Definition

B1General

(common)The specific moment when a person, vehicle, or object reaches a destination.

Example

  • What is your expected time of arrival?
  • The time of arrival for the package is 3 PM.

B2Transportation

(technical)The scheduled or estimated moment when a public conveyance is expected to arrive.

Example

  • The train's time of arrival is 8:30 AM.
  • Please check the time of arrival for your flight.

C1Communication Systems

(technical)The exact moment when a signal from a transmitter reaches a receiver.

Example

  • The time of arrival of the signal was precisely measured.
  • In radar systems, the time of arrival is crucial for accurate positioning.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "time of arrival":

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