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launcher

n. countable
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈɫɔntʃɝ// UK //lˈɔːntʃɐ// launch·er

n. a computer program or a part of a screen that lets you open other apps easily. It is like a digital menu for starting your favorite tools.

n. a software utility or interface component designed to facilitate the execution of other computer programs. Often refers to a dedicated bar, menu, or home screen application in mobile and desktop environments.


SIMPLE

I added the new game to my app launcher.

CONTEXTUAL

Many users prefer a custom launcher on their phones to change how the home screen looks and behaves.

COMPLEX

The system administrator configured a restricted launcher for the public terminals, ensuring that users could only access the web browser and basic word processing software.

Synonyms
Origin

From launch + -er.

Usage

Commonly used in the context of mobile operating systems and desktop environments to describe the primary interface for starting applications.

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