TAKEOFF


Meaning of TAKEOFF in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ teɪkɒf, AM -ɔ:f ]

also take-off

( takeoffs)

1.

Takeoff is the beginning of a flight, when an aircraft leaves the ground.

N-VAR

2.

A takeoff of someone is a humorous imitation of the way in which they behave.

The programme was worth watching for an inspired takeoff of the Collins sisters.

N-COUNT : usu sing , usu N of n

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