Definition

1. Noun:
   • A humorous or satirical imitation: A "takeoff" is a composition or performance that mimics someone's style or mannerisms, typically in an exaggerated or comedic way to create humor or satire.
   • The initial ascent of an airplane as it becomes airborne: This refers to the phase of flight when an aircraft leaves the ground and begins to climb into the sky.
   • A departure; especially of airplanes: This meaning refers to the act of leaving, specifically the moment an airplane departs from an airport.

Usage Examples

• Noun (Imitation):

  • The comedian did a brilliant takeoff of the president's speech.
  • Her takeoff of the famous singer's dance moves had everyone laughing.

• Noun (Aircraft Ascent):

  • The plane's takeoff was smooth despite the windy conditions.
  • Passengers must fasten their seatbelts during takeoff and landing.

• Noun (Departure):

  • The airport announced a delay in our takeoff.
  • The takeoff of the flight is scheduled for 6 PM.

Advanced Usage

• "A spot-on takeoff": An imitation that is extremely accurate and effective.

  • His spot-on takeoff of the teacher's accent was legendary in our class.

• "A successful/aborted takeoff": Terms used in aviation to describe a normal ascent or one that is stopped before the plane leaves the ground.

  • The pilot executed a successful takeoff on the short runway.
  • An engine problem led to an aborted takeoff.

Variants and Related Words

• Take off (Verb Phrase): To leave the ground and begin flight; to become successful or popular quickly; to remove something.

  • The new product really took off in the Asian market.
  • Please take off your shoes before entering.

• Takeoff speed (Noun Phrase): The minimum speed an aircraft needs to achieve to become airborne.

Synonyms

• Parody: A humorous or satirical imitation.
• Ascent: The act of rising or climbing, especially into the air.
• Departure: The act of leaving.

Related Phrasal Verbs

• Take off (from):
  • The plane will take off from runway 09L.
  • He took off from work early to go to the appointment.

Related Idioms

• "Ready for takeoff": Prepared to begin or start something energetically.

  • The team is ready for takeoff on this new project.

• "A takeoff on something": A version or imitation based on something else.

  • The movie is a clever takeoff on classic detective stories.

Noun

1. humorous or satirical mimicry
2. a composition that imitates or misrepresents somebody's style, usually in a humorous way
3. the initial ascent of an airplane as it becomes airborne
4. a departure; especially of airplanes