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rocket

Definition

  • noun: a type of very powerful engine that is powered by gases that are released from burning fuel
  • noun: any of several plants of the mustard family
  • verb: to increase quickly and suddenly
  • verb: to convey or propel by means of or as if by a rocket
  • often used before another noun
  • synonyms: damewort, dart, fly

Examples

  • You don't have to be a 'rocket scientist' [=you don't have to be unusually smart] to understand the instructions.

  • Sales 'rocketed' from 1,000 units last week to 5,000 units this week.

  • The job is challenging, but it's not exactly 'rocket science'.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Kill them all. What is it? Over there. That? Good boy. Rocket Punch. Prepare to attack. Ready. Fire! Don't mind. It's ready. (..)
    2007 Kantoku · Banzai!
  • (..) I am Professor Ide. I am so funny. What? Your woman ran off? So let's go after her. I have a rocket. Come this way. Now, in high spirits! One, two, three, four. ROCKET LAUNCH SITE All halt! (..)
    2007 Kantoku · Banzai!