launch — to start or set in motion, especially a new activity, product, or venture
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to start or set in motion, especially a new activity, product, or venture
Pronunciation (IPA): /lɔːntʃ/
Example Sentences
- The chef decided to launch his cooking show right after lunch time.
- They will launch the new app next week.
- My cat launched itself at the red dot like a furry missile.
launch
VERB[/lɔːntʃ/]
to start or set in motion, especially a new activity, product, or venture
The company launched a new product after years of development.
With staunch resolve despite his paunch, he's ready to launch!
Got the picture? Now let's practice.
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old French 'lancer' meaning 'to throw' or 'to hurl', which derives from Late Latin 'lanceare', related to 'lancea' (lance). The word originally referred to the act of throwing a lance in medieval combat.
Breakdown
Middle English 'launce' (to throw a lance) → Early Modern English 'launch' (to set in motion) - semantic extension from throwing a weapon to initiating any action or venture
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The chef decided to launch his cooking show right after lunch time.”
“They will launch the new app next week.”
“My cat launched itself at the red dot like a furry missile.”
“The government plans to launch a new policy to reduce pollution.”
📚Related Words
Synonyms
Antonyms
Related
Want to master 19,000+ words?
Sign up free for flashcards & quizzes.