launchers
n. countable B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈɫɔntʃɝz// UK //lˈɔːntʃəz// launch·ers
n. devices or systems used to send something into the air or space, like rockets or missiles. You also use this word for software that starts other programs on a computer or phone.
n. apparatuses designed to propel objects such as missiles, satellites, or projectiles; in computing, the plural of 'launcher', a program that starts other applications.
The military uses launchers to fire missiles.
The space agency tested the new fleet of launchers before scheduling the satellite mission.
Modern smartphones come with customisable launchers that allow users to organise their app icons and home-screen widgets to suit their workflow.