launcher

noun

launch·​er ˈlȯn-chər How to pronounce launcher (audio)
ˈlän-
: one that launches: such as
a
: a device for firing grenades
b
: a device for launching a missile

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Or, when in doubt about how to make STEM fun, just turn to this $25 hydraulic plane launcher. Chaunie Brusie, Parents, 21 May 2025 While the remoteness of the island was a natural barrier for adversaries, Iran has posed a growing threat in recent years with Tehran demonstrating missile and drone capabilities, including launchers in standard shipping containers. Brendan Cole, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 May 2025 The Eris rocket was aiming to become the first all-Australian launcher to reach orbit. Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 16 May 2025 Iran is preparing to send Russia launchers for its Fath-360 short-range ballistic missiles, according to multiple Western and regional security officials. Katya Soldak, Forbes.com, 13 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for launcher

Word History

First Known Use

1911, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of launcher was in 1911

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“Launcher.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/launcher. Accessed 28 May. 2025.

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