a saying farewell; a parting or goodbye; departure: His leave-taking was brief.
What does ruffle mean in a sentence?
to touch or move something smooth so that it is not even: She affectionately ruffled his hair with her hand as she passed. The birds ruffled their feathers (up) in alarm. [ T often passive ]
How do you say taking leave?
leave
- adieu.
- departure.
- farewell.
- furlough.
- goodbye.
- leave of absence.
- leave-taking.
- liberty.
