lift-off
nounUK /ˈlɪft ɒf/
US /ˈlɪft ɔːf/
The moment when a rocket or spacecraft goes up into the sky.
Everyone cheered at the lift-off of the rocket.
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2. The act of something rising into the air.
The balloon's lift-off surprised the children.
3. A sudden start or increase in activity or success.
The new app had a quick lift-off after launch.
4. In sports, the act of jumping or leaving the ground.
The athlete's lift-off was perfectly timed.