1. a person who designs, builds, or operates rockets
2. a person who travels by rocket or spacecraft

Examples

• The young rocketeer spent years studying aerospace engineering.
• Famous rocketeers like Wernher von Braun helped develop the space program.
• She dreamed of becoming a rocketeer and exploring Mars.
• The rocketeer carefully checked all systems before launch.
• Modern rocketeers use advanced computer simulations to test their designs.
• The experienced rocketeer guided the mission from ground control.