- takeoff⇄adj. of or for a take-off.
Ex. in take-off position. - takeoff⇄noun 1. the leaving of the ground in leaping or in beginning a flight in an aircraft; taking off.
Ex. Vertical take-offs and landings long have been a goal of aircraft engineers and builders (Wall Street Journal).
2. the place from which one - takeoff⇄take-off ortakeoff, noun, adjective.