noun
- plural of launch; boats used to transport people or goods, especially between a ship and shore
Usage: nautical
verb
- starts or begins something, especially a new project or activity
- sends a rocket, missile, or spacecraft into the air or space
- puts a boat or ship into the water
Usage: nautical
Examples
- The company launches its new product next month.
- NASA launches rockets from Cape Canaveral.
- She launches into a detailed explanation of the problem.
- The shipyard launches three new vessels this year.
- The marketing team launches the campaign on social media.
- They launch the rescue boat in rough seas.
- Several launches waited at the dock to ferry passengers.