As a Noun: 1. A space vehicle that is shaped like a long tube; a missile containing explosive that drives itself through the air by sending out burning gas; a firework that quickly goes high into the air and then explodes. English = rocket. 2. The launching of a rocket or missile. English = lift off. As a Verb or Adjective: 1. To send a rocket or missile into space. English = launch. 2. Of a rocket or missile, to lift off the ground and go into the air; to take off.