Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

rocketeer

noun
/ˌrɒk.ɪˈtɪər/
Definition
A person who designs, builds, or operates rockets or rocket-powered vehicles.
Examples
  • The rocketeer successfully launched the prototype rocket into space.
  • Many aspiring rocketeers attend specialized schools to learn about aerospace engineering.
  • In the movie, the young rocketeer stumbles upon a mysterious device that changes his life.
Meaning
Typically, a rocketeer is involved in the development or launch of rockets for various purposes, including space exploration, scientific research, or military applications.
Synonyms
  • Rocket scientist
  • Aerospace engineer
  • Spacecraft designer