blastoff
word
Definition
The moment when a spacecraft, rocket, or missile leaves the ground and begins its flight.
Usage & Nuances
Mostly used for rockets, space shuttles, or missiles, often in space and science contexts. Used as a noun; sometimes written as two words: 'blast off.' Less common in everyday conversation except metaphorically (e.g., for a fast start).
Spanish: despegue (de un cohete) - lanzamientoPortuguese (BR): decolagem (de foguete) - lançamentoPortuguese (PT): descolagem (de foguetão) - lançamentoChinese (Simplified): 升空 (火箭发射)Chinese (Traditional): 升空 (火箭發射)Hindi: प्रक्षेपण (रॉकेट का)Arabic: الإقلاع (إطلاق صاروخ)
Example Sentences
The countdown began before blastoff.
basic
We watched the rocket's blastoff on TV.
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Everyone cheered at blastoff.
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The astronauts felt both excitement and nerves at blastoff.
natural
After a perfect blastoff, the mission was officially underway.
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This new project is ready for blastoff!
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