send someone or something up
tr. to perform a parody of someone or something.Last week, he sent the president up.In his act, he sends up famous people.
send-up
n. a parody.It was his delightful send-up of the current administration that catapulted Roger Rogers to national fame.I enjoy a good send-up, even if it is about me.
take-off
n. a parody of someone or something. (Usually with on.)The comedian did a take-off on the wealthy senator.The take-off on the dean didn't go over well.