arrival · noun /əˈrɑɪ.vəl/
arrival
B1 U when someone or something arrives somewhere
Dictionary examples:
Hundreds gathered to await the boxer's arrival at the airport.
On arrival at the police station, they were taken to a room for questioning.
We regret the late arrival of flight 237.
Learner example:
Can you confirm your arrival time next week? (Preliminary English Test; B1; Polish)
arrival (NEW PERSON/THING)
C1 C a new thing or person that has arrived
Dictionary example:
Two teachers were there to greet the new arrivals.
Learner example:
Secondly, a barbecue would be a good thing to do on the 1st of September, to welcome the new arrivals. (Certificate in Advanced English; C1; Portuguese)
arrival (BECOME AVAILABLE)
C2 U when something new is discovered or created or becomes available
Dictionary example:
The arrival of the railroad changed the western US.
Learner example:
With the arrival of capitalism, the mass-production of garments inherent to this system has raised the issue of whether what people wear reflects their personality. (Certificate of Proficiency in English; C2; Spanish)
