takeoff

/ˈteɪkˌɔf/
noun
  1. The moment when an aircraft leaves the ground and begins to fly.
    • The pilot announced that takeoff would be in ten minutes.
    • The plane's takeoff was smooth despite the strong wind.
    • Passengers must fasten their seat belts before takeoff.
  2. An act of imitating someone or something in an amusing way; a parody.
    • Her takeoff of the teacher's voice made everyone laugh.
    • The comedian did a hilarious takeoff of the president's speech.
    • The movie is a takeoff on classic spy films.
  3. The beginning or start of a rapid increase or development.
    • Her career took a sudden takeoff after she won the award.
    • The company's takeoff in sales happened after the new product launch.
    • The economy is finally showing signs of takeoff.
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