blast off
The term "blast off" is commonly associated with the powerful launch of rockets or spacecraft and has also taken on various informal meanings.
Definition
B2Space Exploration
(technical)To initiate the launch of a rocket or spacecraft by igniting its engines.
Example
- The rocket will blast off at dawn.
- We watched the spacecraft blast off from the launch pad.
C1Informal
(slang)To become extremely excited or high, often due to drug use.
Example
- They decided to blast off at the party last night.
B2Informal
(slang)To leave or depart quickly.
Example
- He blasted off as soon as the meeting ended.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "blast off":
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