Meaning

3 senses
  1. The point in the launch of a rocket or an aircraft where it leaves contact with the ground.

    we have liftoff [in narration of launches]

    Start

    взлётvzljot

  2. The point at which a person or animal leaves the ground, as for example when jumping.

  3. (figuratively)The point of launching into success or action.

More definitions
  • the initial ascent of a rocket from its launching pad

Examples

2 sentences
  1. Martino needs to generate enough energy for the liftoff.

  2. Webb is scheduled for liftoff at 7:20 am EST Saturday, Dec. 25.

Translations

8 languages
Русский
By meaning 1
the point in the launch of a rocket or an aircraft where it leaves contact with the ground:
Deutsch
By meaning 1
the point in the launch of a rocket or an aircraft where it leaves contact with the ground:

Origin

Deverbal from lift off.

Deverbal from lift off.

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