Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

launcher

noun
/ˈlɔːnʧər/
Definition
A device or tool designed to set something into motion, typically used in the context of software applications or projectiles.
Examples
  • The app launcher on my phone helps me quickly access my favorite applications.
  • He used the rocket launcher during the demonstration to showcase its capabilities.
Meaning
The term ‘launcher’ refers to any mechanism or application that initiates the execution or deployment of another object, such as a program or rocket.
Synonyms
  • initiator
  • projector
  • engager