Meaning of the word "to take off" in English
What does "to take off" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
to take off
US /tə teɪk ɔf/
UK /tə teɪk ɒf/
Phrasal Verb
1.
to remove something, especially clothing
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Please take off your shoes before entering the house.
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He took off his hat as a sign of respect.
2.
for an aircraft to leave the ground and begin to fly
Example:
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The plane is scheduled to take off at 3 PM.
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We watched the helicopter take off from the helipad.
3.
to suddenly leave a place or run away
Example:
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The dog suddenly took off after a squirrel.
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He took off as soon as he saw the police car.
4.
to become successful or popular very quickly
Example:
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Her career really took off after that movie.
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The new product took off immediately after its launch.
5.
to leave work or school for a period of time
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I need to take off a few days next week for a family event.
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She took off early from work to pick up her kids.