water rocket en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /ˈwɔːtə(ɹ)ˌɹɒkɪt/
Etymology
From water + rocket.
Meanings
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A rocket that uses water as a propellant, which is forced out of the rocket by compressed air or other gas.
We built a water rocket in science class today.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| water rockets | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Translations (7)
ko 물로켓 (a rocket that uses water as a propellant) · fr fusée hydropneumatique (a rocket that uses water as a propellant) · ja ペットボトルロケット (a rocket that uses water as a propellant) · fr fusée à eau (a rocket that uses water as a propellant) · de Wasserrakete (a rocket that uses water as a propellant) · cmn 水火箭 (a rocket that uses water as a propellant) · nl waterraket (a rocket that uses water as a propellant)