What does "take flight" mean?

To begin flying; to become airborne or aloft; to take off and fly

What is a synonym for "take flight"?

Common synonyms include: abscond, absquatulate, bolt, buzz off, clear out, decamp.

verb

verb ·Uncommon ·Advanced level

Verb

1
To begin flying; to become airborne or aloft; to take off and fly idiomatic
"Though the bird is still young, in a day or two it will spread its wing and take flight for the first time."
2
run away quickly wordnet
3
to flee idiomatic
"The criminals took flight as soon as they heard the sirens."

"Though the bird is still young, in a day or two it will spread its wing and take flight for the first time."