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takeoff

noun

/ˈteɪkˌɔːf/

Meaning

The moment an aircraft leaves the ground and begins to fly; also a sudden rise or start in activity or success.

The plane's takeoff was delayed due to bad weather.

a rocket takeoff

departure, ascent, liftoff, launch, rise

landing, touchdown

smooth takeoff, delayed takeoff, takeoff speed, takeoff time

a kitchen utensil with a rough surface for grating food into small pieces

a fragrant climbing plant with small white flowers, commonly known as jasmine

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the specialized vocabulary or jargon of a particular group, especially one with a common interest or...

a formally concluded and ratified agreement between countries or states