1 [C] a spacecraft in the shape of a tube that is driven by a stream of gases let out behind it when fuel is burned inside:
a space rocket * The rocket was launched in March 1980. * The idea took off like a rocket (= it immediately became popular).
2 [C] a MISSILE (= a weapon that travels through the air) that carries a bomb and is driven by a stream of burning gases:
a rocket attack * A rocket smashed into the side of the building.
3 [C] a FIREWORK that goes high into the air and then explodes with coloured lights
4 [U] (BrE) (AmE arugula) a plant with long green leaves that have a strong flavour and are eaten raw in salads
IDIOMS
to give sb a rocket
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