takeoff
takeoff Lexical Profile
takeoff Game Scores & Validity
• noun
The act or moment of leaving the ground and beginning to fly, especially of an aircraft, spacecraft, or bird.
"Passengers are required to keep their seatbelts fastened during takeoff."
A rapid, sudden rise in success, popularity, or economic activity.
"The new software experienced an immediate takeoff in sales after the positive review."
An informal satirical imitation, parody, or caricature of a person, work, or style.
"The comedy sketch was a clever takeoff on classic detective movies."
The act of springing from the ground in jumping or vaulting, or the specific spot from which a jumper leaves the ground.
"The gymnast mistimed her takeoff on the vault, costing her valuable points."
Word Nuance & Usage
The closed compound "takeoff" (or hyphenated "take-off" in British English) is used exclusively as a noun or attributive modifier, whereas the two-word phrasal verb "take off" is required when functioning as a verb (e.g., "The plane is ready for takeoff" vs. "The plane will take off soon").