rocket launcher

See also: rocket-launcher

English
US soldier aims an M1 Bazooka during World War II

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Etymology

rocket +‎ launcher

Noun

rocket launcher (plural rocket launchers)

  1. A hand-held tube-like device for launching a rocket-propelled explosive device (a missile).
  2. A truck for carrying and launching a missile.
  3. (informal) A rack on a boat or a vehicle, for holding or storing fishing rods.

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