takeoff
Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples
Pronunciation: US /ˈteɪkɔf/ · UK /ˈteɪkɒf/
takeoff means: The moment when a plane leaves the ground and starts flying.
noun
The moment when a plane leaves the ground and starts flying.
- Please sit down before takeoff.
- Our takeoff was delayed by heavy rain.
- The pilot made a smooth takeoff.
The act of rising from the ground into the air, including when flying or jumping.
- The rocket’s takeoff shook the ground.
- The bird spread its wings before takeoff.
- A powerful takeoff helped the athlete clear the bar.
A funny imitation of a person or work that makes it seem silly.
- The film is a takeoff on spy thrillers.
- Her takeoff on the mayor made everyone laugh.
- They performed several takeoffs on popular songs.
Questions about takeoff
What does takeoff mean?
The moment when a plane leaves the ground and starts flying.
What is takeoff in other languages?
Türkçe: kalkış · Español: despegue · Français: décollage · Deutsch: Start · Italiano: decollo · 日本語: 離陸
How do you pronounce takeoff?
In American English /ˈteɪkɔf/; in British English /ˈteɪkɒf/.
How do you use takeoff in a sentence?
Please sit down before takeoff. Our takeoff was delayed by heavy rain.
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