liftoff
Liftoff (noun) means the moment a rocket or aircraft leaves the ground at launch. Example: “Mission control counted down to liftoff.”
How to use liftoff
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe exact moment something launches upward — literally a rocket, or figuratively a project taking off.
Word forms
liftoffs plural
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Mission control counted down to _____.
Etymology
Formed from the phrasal verb "lift off," describing the instant a vehicle leaves the ground.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “liftoff” mean?
The word “liftoff” means the moment a rocket or aircraft leaves the ground at launch. In plain terms, the exact moment something launches upward — literally a rocket, or figuratively a project taking off.
How do you use “liftoff” in a sentence?
Here is “liftoff” used in a sentence: “Mission control counted down to liftoff.”
What is another word for “liftoff”?
Words with a similar meaning to “liftoff” include takeoff.
What is the opposite of “liftoff”?
The opposite of “liftoff” — its antonyms — are touchdown and splashdown.
What part of speech is “liftoff”?
“Liftoff” is a noun.
How many meanings does “liftoff” have?
“Liftoff” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the moment a rocket or aircraft leaves the ground at launch.
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