launching
UK: ˈlɔːntʃɪŋ | US: ˈlɔːntʃɪŋ
n. the act of setting something in motion (e.g., a ship, rocket, or project)
vt. the present participle of "launch," meaning to propel or initiate something
The word "launch" originates from the Old French lanchier (to hurl, throw), derived from the Late Latin lanceare (to wield a lance). The core idea of propulsion or initiation is preserved in modern usage, whether for ships (originally "launched" into water), rockets, or projects. The suffix "-ing" marks its role as a present participle or gerund.
The launching of the new satellite was broadcast live worldwide.
She is launching a startup focused on sustainable fashion.
The navy delayed the ship’s launching due to bad weather.
His speech marked the launching of a citywide cleanup campaign.
The app’s official launching will happen next month.