take off
verb
RareNot in standard dictionaries
1
To remove.
2
To imitate (somebody), often in a satirical manner.
3
To leave the ground and ascend into the air or into flight.
4
To stand up on a surfboard and begin to surf a breaking wave.
5
To become successful, to flourish.
6
To depart.
7
To quantify.
8
To absent oneself from (work or other responsibility), especially with permission.
9
To take drugs; to inject drugs.
10
To steal (something) or rob (someone).
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