rocketry

noun

rock·​et·​ry ˈrä-kə-trē How to pronounce rocketry (audio)
: the study of, experimentation with, or use of rockets

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Kids and adults can learn how ham radio connects with computers, drones, Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and model rocketry. Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 June 2025 But driving down the costs significantly would require either many more launches, to achieve economies of scale, or an improvement on chemical rocketry. IEEE Spectrum, 27 May 2014 The Journey Model Rocket kit from renowned manufacturer Estes Rockets is a perfect choice for anyone looking to get started in the world of rocketry. Paul Brett, Space.com, 10 June 2025 The California Institute of Technology worked on rocketry. L. Rafael Reif, Foreign Affairs, 6 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for rocketry

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First Known Use

1930, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of rocketry was in 1930

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“Rocketry.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rocketry. Accessed 2 Jul. 2025.

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rocketry

noun
rock·​et·​ry ˈräk-ə-trē How to pronounce rocketry (audio)
: the study of, experimenting with, or use of rockets
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