Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

launch-pad

noun

/ˈlɔːnʧ pæd/

Definition

A platform from which spacecraft or missiles are launched.

Examples

The rocket was placed on the launch-pad before the scheduled liftoff.
NASA’s new launch-pad is equipped with advanced technology to support future missions.
After a series of tests, the spacecraft was ready for launch from the designated launch-pad.

Meaning

Launch-pad refers to a specially designed platform that provides a stable base for vehicles during the launch phase, ensuring their effective and safe departure into space or the atmosphere.