Dictionary Entry
launchpad
nounFind the meaning of the word launchpad, plus dictionary definition, pronunciation, thesaurus-style synonyms, antonyms, and related vocabulary.
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Meaning
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A platform from which a rocket or spacecraft is launched, or a starting point for a new venture.
Example Sentence
The countdown began as the rocket stood tall on the launchpad, ready to ascend into the atmosphere.
Usage Note
Refers to the physical structure where rockets are prepared and launched, or metaphorically, the initial stage or starting point for a significant project, career, or idea.
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