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launch

(lɔːntʃ)
Word forms: plural, 3rd person singular presenttense launches, present participle launching, past tense, past participle launched
1. verb
To launch a rocket, missile, or satellite means to send it into the air or into space.
NASA plans to launch a satellite to study cosmic rays. [VERB noun]
The rocket was launched early this morning. [be VERB-ed]
Synonyms: propel, fire, dispatch, discharge More Synonyms of launch
Launch is also a noun.
This morning's launch of the space shuttle has been delayed. [+ of]
2. verb
To launch a ship or a boat means to put it into water, often for the first time after it hasbeen built.
There was no time to launch the lifeboats because the ferry capsized with such alarmingspeed. [VERB noun]
Synonyms: set afloat, cast off, discharge, dispatch More Synonyms of launch
Launch is also a noun.
The launch of a ship was a big occasion. [+ of]
3. verb
To launch a large and important activity, for example a military attack, means to start it.
Heavy fighting has been going on after the guerrillas had launched their offensive. [VERB noun]
The police have launched an investigation into the incident. [VERB noun]
The President was on holiday when the coup was launched. [VERB noun]
Synonyms: begin, start, open, initiate More Synonyms of launch
Launch is also a noun.
...the launch of a campaign to restore law and order. [+ of]
4. verb
If a company launches a new product, it makes it available to the public.
Crabtree & Evelyn has just launched a new jam, Worcesterberry Preserve. [VERB noun]
The company recently hired her as a model to launch its new range. [VERB noun]
Launch is also a noun.
The company's spending has also risen following the launch of a new Sunday magazine. [+ of]
5. countable noun [oft by NOUN]
A launch is a large motorboat that is used for carrying people on rivers and lakes and in harbours.
The captain was on the deck of the launch, steadying the boat for the pilot.
We'll make a trip by launch to White Island.
Phrasal verbs:
See launch into
More Synonyms of launch

launch in British English 1

(lɔːntʃ)
verb
1. 
to move (a vessel) into the water
2. 
to move (a newly built vessel) into the water for the first time
3. (transitive)
a. 
to start off or set in motion
to launch a scheme
b. 
to put (a new product) on the market
4. (transitive)
to propel with force
5. 
to involve (oneself) totally and enthusiastically
to launch oneself into work
6. (transitive)
to set (a missile, spacecraft, etc) into motion
7. (transitive)
to catapult (an aircraft), as from the deck of an aircraft carrier
8. (intransitive; foll by into)
to start talking or writing (about)
he launched into a story
9. (intransitive; usually foll by out)
to start (out) on a fresh course
10. (intransitive; usually foll by out) informal
to spend a lot of money
noun
11. 
an act or instance of launching
Word origin
C14: from Anglo-French lancher, from Late Latin lanceāre to use a lance, hence, to set in motion. See lance

launch in British English 2

(lɔːntʃ)
noun
1. 
a motor driven boat used chiefly as a transport boat
2. 
the largest of the boats of a man-of-war
Word origin
C17: via Spanish lancha and Portuguese from Malay lancharan boat, from lanchar speed

launch in American English 1

(lɔntʃ)
verb transitive
1. 
to hurl, discharge, or send off (a weapon, blow, etc.)
2. 
to send forth with some force
to launch a plane by catapult
3. 
to cause (a newly built vessel) to slide from the land into the water; set afloat
4. 
to set in operation; start, inaugurate, etc.
to launch an attack, launch a new ad campaign
5. 
to start (a person) on some course or career
verb intransitive
6. 
to put to sea
often with out or forth
7. 
to start on some new course or enterprise
often with out or forth
8. 
to throw oneself (into) with vigor; rush; plunge
to launch into a tirade
noun
9. 
the act or process of launching
adjective
10. 
designating or of vehicles, facilities, sites, etc. used in the launching of spacecraft or missiles
Word origin
ME launchen < OFr lanchier < LL(Ec) lanceare, to wield a lance < L lancea, lance

launch in American English 2

(lɔntʃ)
noun
1.  Obsolete
the largest boat carried by a warship
2. 
an open, or partly enclosed, motorboat
Word origin
Sp or Port lancha < ? Malay lancharan < lanchar, swift

COBUILD Collocations
launch

delay a launch
manifesto launch

Examples of 'launch' in a sentence
launch

We plan to launch this campaign as early as tomorrow.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
She will also launch a banking app.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
They said that they launched an investigation into her disappearance but did not find her.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
It has launched a new range of products over the year which are bringing investors in.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
He has since launched a theatre company there.
The Sun (2016)
From Egypt at least two boats are launched a day.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
I can't tell you anything more about the people who have launched this attack on democracy.
The Sun (2017)
In total the website has been visited 1.9 million times since its launch, but many people may be making multiple visits.
Times, Sunday Times (2017)
Rival bank bosses say, at the right price and for the right assets, they would be willing to launch a rescue bid.
Times, Sunday Times (2017)
We are going to launch an online campaign to expand the national helpline ourselves too.
The Sun (2012)
There have been quite a few social media networks launched by famous people?
Times, Sunday Times (2013)
These are hardly the figures to make a launch party fizz.
Times, Sunday Times (2013)
Cops have launched an investigation but the woman had not yet been formally identified.
The Sun (2013)
On the first few days of a new launch it may be difficult to get through.
Times, Sunday Times (2011)
The subsequent success of this promotion gave our new company a royal launching.
Kiam, Victor Going For It!: How to Succeed As an Entrepreneur (1986)
But her bid to launch a comeback is still far from rosy.
The Sun (2007)
Fishermen launch their boats and sell their fresh catch daily by the shores to eager onlookers.
Times, Sunday Times (2009)
Cyprus will now launch a campaign featuring stamps and posters of the new national symbols.
Times, Sunday Times (2006)
The identity of one of the most optimistic people after the launch also surprised me.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
Why did his motor launch driver dress in a dinner jacket on the night of the wedding party?
Times, Sunday Times (2014)
The book is highly practical and will be helpful for those planning churches that intend to launch large and grow rapidly.
Christianity Today (2000)
The firm has launched an investigation.
The Sun (2009)
You see the world in your own special way today and a picture you take could make money or launch a career.
The Sun (2007)
The unmanned aircraft can only launch airstrikes over Iraq.
Times, Sunday Times (2015)
Coalition aircraft have launched at least 36 strikes in the past week.
Times, Sunday Times (2015)
Or it can be done by motor launch, staying in luxury wilderness lodges en route.
Times, Sunday Times (2009)
The skincare brand has launched its first colour collection, all designed to give you that healthy glow.
Times, Sunday Times (2013)
In the past week many new accounts were launched by large providers, but most come with painful caveats.
Times, Sunday Times (2008)

In other languages
launch

British English: launch /lɔːntʃ/ VERB
To launch a rocket, missile, or satellite means to send it into the air or into space.
They plan to launch a satellite to study cosmic rays.
  • American English: launch
  • Arabic: يُطْلِقُ
  • Brazilian Portuguese: lançar
  • Chinese: 发起
  • Croatian: lansirati
  • Czech: vypustit raketu apod.
  • Danish: opsende
  • Dutch: lanceren
  • European Spanish: lanzar proyectil
  • Finnish: lanseerata
  • French: lancer
  • German: vom Stapel lassen
  • Greek: θέτω σε κίνηση
  • Italian: lanciare
  • Japanese: 進水させる
  • Korean: (배를) 진수시키다
  • Norwegian: sette i gang
  • Polish: wypuścić
  • European Portuguese: lançar
  • Romanian: a lansa
  • Russian: запускать
  • Latin American Spanish: lanzar
  • Swedish: lansera
  • Thai: ปล่อย
  • Turkish: fırlatmak
  • Ukrainian: запускати
  • Vietnamese: phóng

All related terms of 'launch'

hard launch
the general or official launch , esp of a website , after which all features , products, and services are understood to be available
launch into
If you launch into something such as a speech , task , or fight , you enthusiastically start it.
launch pad
A launch pad or launching pad is a platform from which rockets , missiles , or satellites are launched.
launch shoe
an attachment to an aircraft from which a missile is launched
soft launch
the launch of a website in stages , with regular updating
launch party
a party that celebrates the launch of a new magazine , product, etc
launch window
the limited period during which a spacecraft can be launched on a particular mission
motor launch
a small naval vessel that chases submarines , etc
press launch
the launch of a product, exhibition , event, etc, to which journalists are invited , in order to publicize it
launch vehicle
a rocket , without its payload , used to launch a spacecraft
rolling launch
the process of introducing a new product into a market gradually
delay a launch
If a company launches a new product, it makes it available to the public.
manifesto launch
To launch a large and important activity, for example a military attack, means to start it.
launch a challenge
If you challenge someone, you invite them to fight or compete with you in some way.
launch a crackdown
A crackdown is strong official action that is taken to punish people who break laws.
launch a flight
A flight is a journey made by flying, usually in an aeroplane .
launch an action
Action is doing something for a particular purpose.
store launch event
A store launch event is a special event, which publicizes the opening of a new store and at which discounts and free samples may be offered .
launch an operation
An operation is a highly organized activity that involves many people doing different things.
launchpad
a platform from which a spacecraft , rocket , etc, is launched
booster
A booster is something that increases a positive or desirable quality.
booster rocket
a person or thing that supports, assists , or increases power or effectiveness

Chinese translation of 'launch'

launch

(lɔːntʃ)

vt

  1. (Naut)
    1. (on maiden voyage) [ship, liner] 使下水 (shǐ xiàshuǐ)
    2. (for rescue) [lifeboat] 放下 (fàngxià)
  2. (Space) [rocket, missile, satellite] 发(發)射 (fāshè)
  3. (fig)
    1. [product, publication] 推出 (tuīchū)
    2. [campaign] 发(發)起 (fāqǐ)

n (c)

  1. (Naut)
    1. [of ship] 下水 (xiàshuǐ)
    2. [of lifeboat] 放下 (fàngxià)
  2. (Space) [of rocket, missile, satellite] 发(發)射 (fāshè)
    1. (fig) [of product, publication] 首次推出 (shǒucì tuīchū)
    2. [of campaign] 发(發)起 (fāqǐ)
  4. (= motorboat) 汽艇 (qìtǐng) (艘, sōu)
1 (verb) 
Definition
to set (a rocket, missile, or spacecraft) into motion
The rocket was launched early this morning.
Synonyms
propel
The rocket is designed to propel the spacecraft.
fire
a huge gun designed to fire nuclear or chemical shells
dispatch
discharge
He was dishonourably discharged from the army.
project
The hardware can be used for projecting nuclear missiles.
send off
set in motion
send into orbit
2 (verb) 
Definition
to move (a vessel) into the water, esp. for the first time
There was no time to launch the lifeboats.
Synonyms
set afloat
cast off
discharge
dispatch
He dispatched his business.
put into water
3 (verb) 
Definition
to start off or set in motion
The police have launched an investigation into the incident.
Synonyms
begin
The US wants to begin talks immediately.
start
Now is probably as good a time as any to start a business.
open
They are now ready to open negotiations.
initiate
They wanted to initiate a discussion on economics.
introduce
The Government has introduced a number of other money-saving ideas.
found
He founded the Centre for Journalism Studies.
set up
originate
No-one knows who originated this story.
commence
They commenced a systematic search of the area.
get under way
instigate
The violence was instigated by ex-members of the secret police.
inaugurate
They inaugurated the first ever scheduled flights.
embark upon
4 (verb) 
He launched himself into the air.
Synonyms
throw
He spent hours throwing a tennis ball against a wall.
fling
I flung the book on the table and stormed out.
hurtle
1 (noun) 
Definition
an act or instance of launching
This morning's launch has been delayed.
Synonyms
propelling
projection
sendoff
2 (noun) 
Definition
an act or instance of launching
the launch of a campaign to restore law and order
Synonyms
beginning
Think of this as a new beginning.
start
She demanded to know why she had not been told from the start.
introduction
He is remembered for the introduction of the moving assembly line.
initiation
They announced the initiation of a rural development programme.
opening
the opening of peace talks
founding
setting-up
inauguration
They later attended the inauguration of the University.
commencement
All applicants should be at least 16 years of age at the commencement of this course.
instigation

phrasal verb

See launch into something

Additional synonyms

in the sense of commence
Definition
to begin
They commenced a systematic search of the area.
Synonyms
embark on,
start,
open,
begin,
initiate,
originate,
instigate,
inaugurate,
enter upon
in the sense of commencement
Definition
the beginning
All applicants should be at least 16 years of age at the commencement of this course.
Synonyms
beginning,
start,
opening,
launch,
birth,
origin,
dawn (literary),
outset,
onset,
initiation,
inauguration,
inception,
embarkation
in the sense of discharge
Definition
to dismiss (someone) from duty or employment
He was dishonourably discharged from the army.
Synonyms
dismiss,
sack (informal),
fire (informal),
remove,
expel,
discard,
oust,
eject,
cashier,
give (someone) the boot (slang),
give (someone) the sack (informal),
give (someone) their P45 (British, informal),
give (someone) their pink slip (US, informal),
kennet (Australian, slang),
jeff (Australian, slang)

Synonyms of 'launch'

launch

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Additional synonyms

in the sense of dispatch
Definition
to carry out (a duty or task) promptly
He dispatched his business.
Synonyms
carry out,
perform,
fulfil,
effect,
finish,
achieve,
settle,
dismiss,
conclude,
accomplish,
execute,
discharge,
dispose of,
expedite,
make short work of (informal)
in the sense of fire
Definition
to detonate (an explosive device)
a huge gun designed to fire nuclear or chemical shells
Synonyms
let off,
shoot,
launch,
shell,
loose,
set off,
discharge,
hurl,
eject,
detonate,
let loose (informal),
touch off
in the sense of fling
Definition
to throw with force
I flung the book on the table and stormed out.
Synonyms
throw,
toss,
hurl,
chuck (informal),
launch,
cast,
pitch,
send,
shy,
jerk,
propel,
sling (informal),
precipitate,
lob (informal),
catapult,
heave,
let fly
in the sense of found
Definition
to lay the foundation of
He founded the Centre for Journalism Studies.
Synonyms
establish,
start,
set up,
begin,
create,
institute,
organize,
construct,
constitute,
originate,
endow,
inaugurate,
bring into being
in the sense of inaugurate
Definition
to begin officially or formally
They inaugurated the first ever scheduled flights.
Synonyms
launch,
begin,
introduce,
institute,
set up,
kick off (informal),
initiate,
originate,
commence,
get under way,
usher in,
set in motion
in the sense of inauguration
They later attended the inauguration of the University.
Synonyms
opening,
launch,
birth,
inception,
commencement
in the sense of initiate
Definition
to begin or set going
They wanted to initiate a discussion on economics.
Synonyms
begin,
start,
open,
launch,
establish,
institute,
pioneer,
kick off (informal),
bring about,
embark on,
originate,
set about,
get under way,
instigate,
kick-start,
inaugurate,
set in motion,
trigger off,
lay the foundations of,
commence on,
set going,
break the ice on,
set the ball rolling on
in the sense of initiation
They announced the initiation of a rural development programme.
Synonyms
introduction,
installation,
inauguration,
inception,
commencement
in the sense of instigate
Definition
to cause to happen
The violence was instigated by ex-members of the secret police.
Synonyms
provoke,
start,
encourage,
move,
influence,
prompt,
trigger,
spur,
stimulate,
set off,
initiate,
bring about,
rouse,
prod,
stir up,
get going,
incite,
kick-start,
whip up,
impel,
kindle,
foment,
actuate
in the sense of introduce
Definition
to bring into use
The Government has introduced a number of other money-saving ideas.
Synonyms
bring in,
establish,
set up,
start,
begin,
found,
develop,
launch,
institute,
organize,
pioneer,
initiate,
originate,
commence,
get going,
instigate,
phase in,
usher in,
inaugurate,
set in motion,
bring into being

Additional synonyms

in the sense of introduction
Definition
the act of introducing something or someone
He is remembered for the introduction of the moving assembly line.
Synonyms
launch,
institution,
establishment,
start,
opening,
beginning,
pioneering,
presentation,
initiation,
inauguration,
induction,
commencement,
instigation
in the sense of open
Definition
to set or be set in action
They are now ready to open negotiations.
Synonyms
start,
begin,
launch,
trigger,
kick off (informal),
initiate,
commence,
get going,
instigate,
kick-start,
inaugurate,
set in motion,
get (something) off the ground (informal),
enter upon,
opN
in the sense of opening
Definition
the beginning or first part of something
the opening of peace talks
Synonyms
beginning,
start,
launch,
launching,
birth,
dawn (literary),
outset,
starting point,
onset,
overture,
initiation,
inauguration,
inception,
commencement,
kickoff (informal),
opening move
in the sense of originate
Definition
to come or bring (something) into existence
No-one knows who originated this story.
Synonyms
invent,
produce,
create,
form,
develop,
design,
launch,
set up,
introduce,
imagine,
institute,
generate,
come up with (informal),
pioneer,
evolve,
devise,
initiate,
conceive,
bring about,
formulate,
give birth to,
contrive,
improvise,
dream up (informal),
inaugurate,
think up,
set in motion
in the sense of project
Definition
to cause (an image) to appear on a surface
The hardware can be used for projecting nuclear missiles.
Synonyms
launch,
shoot,
throw,
cast,
transmit,
discharge,
hurl,
fling,
propel
in the sense of start
Definition
to establish
Now is probably as good a time as any to start a business.
Synonyms
establish,
begin,
found,
father,
create,
launch,
set up,
introduce,
institute,
pioneer,
initiate,
inaugurate,
lay the foundations of
in the sense of start
Definition
the place or time at which something begins
She demanded to know why she had not been told from the start.
Synonyms
beginning,
outset,
opening,
birth,
foundation,
dawn (literary),
first step(s),
onset,
initiation,
inauguration,
inception,
commencement,
kickoff (informal),
opening move
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