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takeoff

/tˈeɪkˌɔf/noun2 syllables

Takeoff means: a composition that imitates or misrepresents somebody's style, usually in a humorous way.

Synonyms for takeoff11

noun, as in a composition that imitates or misrepresents somebody's style, usually in a humorous way

parody, lampoon, spoof, sendup, send-up, mockery, burlesque, travesty, pasquinade, put-on

noun, as in humorous or satirical mimicry

also used for takeoff

liftoff

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What does takeoff mean?4

noun

1

a composition that imitates or misrepresents somebody's style, usually in a humorous way

2

humorous or satirical mimicry

3

a departure; especially of airplanes

4

the initial ascent of an airplane as it becomes airborne

Definitions from the Open English WordNet, CC BY 4.0.

Takeoff in a sentence

  • As is being said, most airplane accidents occur at landing or takeoff stages.sacredceltic
  • The bat flapped its wings, preparing for takeoff.Amastan
  • The airplane used a rocket motor to assist with takeoff.unknown
  • Please secure your seat belt during takeoff and landing.CM
  • They say most airplane accidents occur at landing or takeoff stages.sacredceltic
  • Most airplane accidents allegedly occur at landing or takeoff stages.sacredceltic
  • Please fasten your seat belt during takeoff and landing.CK
  • I got to my plane five minutes before takeoff.Olya

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Forms of takeoff

as a noun

plural
takeoffs