1. the action of an aircraft leaving the ground and beginning to fly
2. a humorous imitation or parody of someone or something
3. a sudden increase in activity, success, or popularity

Examples

• The plane’s takeoff was delayed due to bad weather.
• We watched the rocket’s spectacular takeoff from the launch pad.
• His takeoff of the famous actor had everyone laughing.
• The comedian’s takeoff of the politician went viral online.
• The company experienced a rapid takeoff in sales after the new product launch.
• The economic takeoff began in the 1990s.
• The pilot announced that takeoff would be in ten minutes.