rocket
Translation
rocket, to shoot up, to soar
Examples
The rocket launched into space.
The rocket launched into space.
Sales have rocketed this year.
Sales have rocketed this year.
Grammar Patterns
((a rocket)) a spacecraft They watched the rocket launch.
((to rocket)) to increase very rapidly Prices are expected to rocket.
Similar Words
Synonyms: spacecraft, missile; Synonyms (verb): soar, shoot up
Etymology
From Italian 'rocchetto' meaning 'a small distaff' or 'spool', due to its shape.
Memory Tips
Imagine prices 'rocketing' upwards, just like a real rocket.