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ALL meanings of rocketed

rock·et
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  • noun rocketed any of various simple or complex tubelike devices containing combustibles that on being ignited liberate gases whose action propels the tube through the air: used for pyrotechnic effect, signaling, carrying a lifeline, hurling explosives at an enemy, putting a space vehicle into orbit, etc. 1
  • noun rocketed a space capsule or vehicle put into orbit by such devices. 1
  • noun rocketed rocket engine. 1
  • verb with object rocketed to move or transport by means of a rocket. 1
  • verb with object rocketed to attack with rockets. 1
  • verb without object rocketed to move like a rocket. 1
  • verb without object rocketed (of game birds) to fly straight up rapidly when flushed. 1
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