English Explanatory Dictionary

solid rocket

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A rocket engine (rocket motor) that uses a solid propellant that, when combusted, generates gases which are used for rocket propulsion.
  2. A rocket that uses such an engine.

Word forms

solid rocket solid rockets

Etymology

From solid + rocket.

Synonyms

solid rocket engine solid-fueled rocket engine solid rocket motor solid-fueled rocket motor solid-fueled rocket

Related words

hybrid rocket hybrid rocket engine hybrid rocket motor liquid rocket liquid rocket engine liquid-fueled rocket liquid-fueled rocket engine liquid fuel rocket liquid fuel rocket engine

Derived words

solid rocket booster
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