<p><strong>Noun</strong></p><ul><li>any of various simple or complex tubelike devices containing combustibles that on being ignited liberate gases whose action propels the tube through the air: used for pyrotechnic effect, signaling, carrying a lifeline, hurling explosives at an enemy, putting a space vehicle into orbit, etc.</li><li>a space capsule or vehicle put into orbit by such devices.</li><li>rocket engine (def).</li></ul><p><strong>Verb</strong></p><ul><li>(used with object) to move or transport by means of a rocket.</li><li>to attack with rockets.</li></ul><p><strong>Verb</strong></p><ul><li>(used without object) to move like a rocket.</li><li>(of game birds) to fly straight up rapidly when flushed.</li></ul>