Phrase guide

hard launch

noun · verb · 4 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

The launch of a guided missile in such a way that the missile's rocket engine is ignited while still inside the launch assembly or tube.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: aeronautics, aerospace, business, engineering, natural-sciences, physical-sciences

Examples

  • A hard launch is technically simpler than a soft launch, but produces a large backblast.

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noun

Meaning 2

The release of a product or service (particularly software) to the general public.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: business, marketing

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noun

Meaning 3

The explicit announcement of a romantic relationship, often via social media.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: informal

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4

verb

Meaning 4

Alternative form of hard-launch.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: alt-of, alternative

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