Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
blast-off
noun
/ˈblɑːstɒf/
Definition
The moment when a spacecraft or rocket becomes airborne.
Examples
- The countdown reached zero, and the rocket achieved blast-off with immense power.
- The excitement in the control room was palpable as the spacecraft prepared for blast-off.
Meaning
Blast-off refers to the launching of a rocket or spacecraft from the ground into the air, marking the start of its journey into space.
Synonyms
- launch
- lift-off
- takeoff
