Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
launchpad
noun
/ˈlɔːnʧpæd/
Definition
A launchpad is a platform or area from which a spacecraft or missile is launched.
Examples
- The rocket was positioned on the launchpad, ready for takeoff.
- Start your new business on a solid launchpad to ensure success.
- The tech startup used its innovative app as a launchpad for expansion into other markets.
Meaning
In a broader sense, ‘launchpad’ can refer to any starting point or foundation for a project or initiative, not just in aerospace.
Synonyms
- platform
- launch site
- starting point
- foundation
