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

Examples of launcher in a Sentence

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On Monday, Japan's Ground Self-Defense Force announced the deployment of a Type-12 missile launcher on the southernmost remote island of Minamitorishima, an apparent response to China’s growing activity expanding into the Pacific. ABC News, 29 June 2026 The Israeli soldiers also fired at a structure where militants operated from, and dismantled a rocket launcher, the statement published Sunday read. Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 27 June 2026 Kids can easily tucker themselves out by jumping on the launcher. Parents, 23 June 2026 Epic has been open about its ambitions to make the launcher match Steam's user experience. Will McCurdy, PC Magazine, 21 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 2 Jul. 2026.

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