As a Noun: 1. Of an aeroplane, the act of leaving a place. English = departure. 2. Of an aeroplane, the act of leaving the ground. English = take-off. 3. A place where aircraft land and take off, usually with a lot of buildings and facilities. English = airport. As a Verb or Adjective: 1. Of an aeroplane, to leave the ground. English = take off.