takeoff

takeoff Definition

take·off (tāk′ôf′)

noun

the act of leaving the ground from any angle, as in jumping, launching, or flight
the place from which one leaves a surface
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1. the starting point or launching stage
2. Econ. the early stages of rapid, self-sustained growth and development
Informal an amusing or mocking imitation; caricature; burlesque

takeoff Usage Examples

Converse of object

do: It turned round at the other end and did a conventional takeoff with its four engines turning.
have: The Honorable Fiend has a nice takeoff of the " Choose Life " format: Choose Labor.
perform: The instructor will perform the takeoff, explaining each stage.
make: Gannets prefer wind blown rocky stacks, as they allow the birds to make vertical takeoffs and landings.
provide: Helium pressurized rocket propellant and rocket fuel provides takeoff and thruster power.
run: Two groups of eleven and five were sitting together on the edge of the ' airfield ' , the area used for running takeoffs.

Adjective modifier

vertical: It's an invigorating ride, from the vertical takeoff of the opener to the unpredictable descent of the complex final track.
short: RHM in his write-up of the event says I was lucky to get the shortest takeoff of the whole competition.
conventional: It turned round at the other end and did a conventional takeoff with its four engines turning.
economic: Nor does it mean that democracy can't deliver economic takeoff: India is a case in point.
awkward: From here, a slightly more awkward takeoff leads to a 40m pitch, to another chamber.
normal: NOTE: A normal takeoff is recommended for this task, because it provides the most desirable flight profile in case of an emergency.

Modifies a noun

angle: The decrease in takeoff velocity reduces the optimum takeoff angle to well below 45 ° .
weight: Your D O mysteriously changes your max takeoff weight during the holiday season.
speed: Compared to the Action the takeoff speed is very low.
ability: Does body mass affect a bird's takeoff ability?
run: It is only required at heavy weight ( or high temperature ) when the takeoff run is under 2000 meters.
clearance: So when you get there stop & request takeoff clearance.

Noun used with modifier

power: The mechanical connection from the turbine shaft may be through an engine-mounted gearbox or through a power takeoff shaft to a remotely mounted gearbox.

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