launch pad (redirected from launching pads)

launch pad

n.

1. The base or platform from which a rocket or space vehicle is launched.

2. A foundation or starting point.

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launch pad, launching pad

n

1. (Astronautics) a platform from which a spacecraft, rocket, etc., is launched

2. an effective starting point for a career, enterprise, or campaign

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A concrete or other hard surface area on which a missile launcher is positioned.

Thesaurus

Noun

1.

launch pad - a platform from which rockets or space craft are launched launch area, launching pad, launchpad, pad platform - a raised horizontal surface; "the speaker mounted the platform" launching site - a place for launching pads