rocket

Meanings

• noun

  A tall, slender projectile designed to be propelled through the air or space, typically by the combustion of a propellant.

  - "The spacecraft was launched on a powerful rocket."
  - "The fireworks display was set off with a series of rockets."
  - "The astronauts blasted off into space on a rocket."

• noun

  A device for measuring the velocity of a moving object by determining the time taken for a projectile to travel a known distance.

  - "The scientist used a stopwatch and a rocket to measure the velocity of the bullet."
  - "The physics teacher demonstrated the concept of velocity using a rocket and a ruler."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈɹɑkɪt/
   
   
   
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2. /ˈɹɑkɪt/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

arugula , rocket salad

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with rocket
hike , mike , spike , strike

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Variants

List of all variants of rocket that leads to same result
rocket , rockets , rocketed , rocketing , arugula , arugulas , garden rocket , roquette , rugola , dame's rocket , dame's rockets , dame's violet , rocket plane , rocket planes , rocket ship , rocket ships , rocket sled , rocket sleds , rocket science , rocket scientist

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

From the Old French word roquete, meaning 'projectile' or 'bullet'.

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Trivia

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1. The first successful intercontinental ballistic missile, the Soviet R-7 Semyorka, was nicknamed 'Sputnik' after its primary payload, the first artificial Earth satellite.

2. The fastest rocket ever built, the Helios Probe, reaches speeds of over 150,000 miles per hour (240,000 kilometers per hour).

3. The term 'rocket science' became popular during the Space Race between the United States and the Soviet Union in the mid-20th century.

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Related Concepts

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1. Rocket science: The interdisciplinary field of engineering and science concerned with the design, development, and application of rocket technology.

2. Spacecraft: A vehicle designed to travel through space, typically propelled by a rocket engine.

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Culture

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In literature, the term 'rocket' is often used metaphorically to represent rapid progress or advancement. In art, rockets have been depicted as symbols of power, speed, and innovation. In music, the term 'rocket' is used in the name of various genres and bands, reflecting the energetic and dynamic nature of the music.

How to Memorize "rocket"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a tall, cylindrical shape with flames coming out of the bottom, soaring up into the sky or space.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'rocket' with the concepts of speed, power, and innovation.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'Rocket' to remember the parts of a flower: Root, Stem, Leaves, Overflowers, Calyx, and Thalamus.

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