launcher

• Nom désignant un dispositif ou un appareil servant à lancer un projectile tel qu'une fusée, ou à catapulter un avion depuis un navire de guerre.

A noun referring to a device or apparatus designed to propel or launch a projectile, such as a rocket, or to launch an aircraft from a warship.

1. Rocket launcherB2formaltechnical

   A device designed to launch rockets or missiles.

   lanceur de roquettes

   • The soldier carried a portable rocket launcher.
   • The military tested a new missile launcher.
   • The launcher was mounted on the vehicle.

   Synonymesrocket launcher

2. Aircraft launcherB2formaltechnical

   A device on a warship used to launch aircraft, such as a catapult.

   Catapulte de lancement d'aéronefs

   • The aircraft was propelled from the deck by a steam-powered launcher.
   • The warship's launcher system was upgraded.
   • The pilot prepared for takeoff from the launcher.

   Synonymescatapult