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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

  • (..) Oh, no! Dr. Pork Chop's attacking the haunted bakery! The ghosts are getting away. Woody'll stop 'em! Buzz Lightyear to the rescue! And we'll actually need the rocket. They're getting away! Come on, Bullseye! We need to get in the spaceship. The volcano is gonna erupt. Look! They're being attacked (..)
    2010 Toy Story 3