takeoff booster

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Definition Noun : - The first stage of a multistage rocket : A takeoff booster is the initial propulsion unit of a rocket with multiple sections. It provides the primary thrust to lift the vehicle from the launch pad and through the densest part of the atmosphere. Once its fuel is expended, it separates from the rest of the rocket. Usage The ignited with a tremendous roar, lifting the spacecraf...