Nouns ending in -age are usually masculine.
The suffix often marks an action, a result, or a collection.
Le décollage est plus facile que l'atterrissage.
Taking off is easier than landing.
Vous devez attacher vos ceintures pendant le décollage.
You must fasten your seat belts during take-off.
L'avion est prêt pour le décollage.
The plane is ready for take-off.
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