LAUNCHING
9 letters · 2 syllables · verb, noun
Definition of LAUNCHING
To throw (a projectile such as a lance, dart or ball); to hurl; to propel with force.
To pierce with, or as with, a lance.
To cause (a vessel) to move or slide from the land or a larger vessel into the water; to set afloat.
"The navy launched another ship."
The act by which something is launched; a launch.
"The launching of the Titanic."
Examples of LAUNCHING in a Sentence
- "The navy launched another ship."
- "The launching of the Titanic."
Word Details
Is LAUNCHING a Scrabble Word?
Yes, LAUNCHING is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: LAUNCHING uses 9 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for LAUNCHING
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | l | a | u | n | c | h | i | n | g | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 15 |
| WWF | 2 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 20 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in LAUNCHING
100 words from the letters in LAUNCHING
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How to Use LAUNCHING in Word Games
LAUNCHING is worth 15 points in Scrabble and 20 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.
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