takeoffapproval
nounUK /ˈteɪkɒf əˈpruːvəl/
US /ˈteɪkɔːf əˈpruːvəl/
Permission for a plane to leave the ground and start flying.
The pilot waited for takeoff approval from the control tower before speeding down the runway.
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2. Official permission for a business project or plan to begin.
The new factory got takeoff approval from the city council last week.
3. A signal that something is allowed to start or launch.
The rocket launch team received takeoff approval just before sunrise.
4. Approval given to a person to begin a new activity or venture.
Her takeoff approval for the solo trip came from her parents.