launcher

noun

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

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This time around, there is so much more to SpaceX than just a dish company or a satellite launcher, or even an X, which was part of the xAI operation that Musk bought in February. Jim Cramer, CNBC, 14 June 2026 In 12 days, Iran lost most of its air defenses, missiles, launchers and plants; the echelon of its military command; and its crown jewel nuclear facilities along with its leading nuclear scientists. Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 13 June 2026 There’s a ton of Mac launchers out there, but Tuna is quick. David Pierce, The Verge, 6 June 2026 The eight segments will join two segments delivered in April at KSC ready to be stacked to form the twin solid rocket boosters atop the mobile launcher 1 as the SLS rocket begins to take shape this summer. Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 5 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for launcher

Word History

First Known Use

1911, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
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 18 Jun. 2026.

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