lift off

US /ˈlɪft ɔf/
UK /ˈlɪft ɔf/
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despegue, lanzamiento

the action of a spacecraft, rocket, or helicopter leaving the ground

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The space shuttle's lift-off was delayed due to bad weather.
El despegue del transbordador espacial se retrasó debido al mal tiempo.
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We watched the helicopter's smooth lift-off from the helipad.
Observamos el suave despegue del helicóptero desde el helipuerto.
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despegar, lanzar

for a spacecraft, rocket, or helicopter to leave the ground

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The rocket is scheduled to lift off at dawn.
El cohete está programado para despegar al amanecer.
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The drone began to lift off slowly from the ground.
El dron comenzó a despegar lentamente del suelo.
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