launch (lawnch, lahnch)
a.- On the last shuttle mission, the crew launched a communications satellite.)
b - We're planning to launch a new Internet services company next month. [ I always + adv/prep ] He launched into a verbal attack on her handling of the finances.)
c - Frank went to the launch of Hibichu's new flat-screen TV.)
d - The launch of the space shuttle was delayed by bad weather.)