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blastoff	the launching of a spacecraft or missile.
guided missile	a missile that can be guided throughout its flight until it reaches its target.
launch pad	the platform or base from which a rocket or missile is launched.
liftoff	the moment of launching a missile or rocket, or the movement of the rocket itself.
shoot	to cause a bullet, arrow, or other missile to fly forth from; to fire. [1/11 definitions]
torpedo	a long missile that is shaped like a cigar and is used to destroy ships. A torpedo travels through the water under its own power and explodes when it hits something. [1/2 definitions]

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