v. i. To move with force and swiftness like a sliding from the stocks into the water; to plunge; to make a beginning;
Launch out into the deep, and let down your nets for a draught. Luke v. 4. [ 1913 Webster ]
He [ Spenser ] launches out into very flowery paths. Prior. [ 1913 Webster ]
n.
Launching ways. (Naut.)
v. i.
Launch your hearts with lamentable wounds. Spenser. [ 1913 Webster ]
With stays and cordage last he rigged the ship,
And rolled on levers, launched her in the deep. Pope. [ 1913 Webster ]
All art is used to sink episcopacy, and launch presbytery in England. Eikon Basilike. [ 1913 Webster ]
n.
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n. (Rocketry) a platform from which rockets or space craft are launched.