rocket: Meaning and Definition of

rock•et

1. any of various simple or complex tubelike devices containing combustibles that on being ignited liberate gases whose action propels the tube through the air: used for pyrotechnic effect, signaling, carrying a lifeline, hurling explosives at an enemy, putting a space vehicle into orbit, etc.
2. a space capsule or vehicle put into orbit by such devices.
3. See

1. to move or transport by means of a rocket.
2. to attack with rockets.

1. to move like a rocket.
2. (of game birds) to fly straight up rapidly when flushed.

rock•et

1. any of various plants belonging to the genus Hesperis, of the mustard family, and related genera. Cf.
2. Also calledarugula.
3. a noxious weed, Barbarea vulgaris, of the U.S., having lobed leaves and clusters of small, yellow flowers.