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rocket engine

NOUN
jet engine with reaction propulsion
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"This large rocket engine will slow down the ISS, and enable it to have a precise re-entry over the Pacific Ocean, far from land, people or any other potential hazards," Horack explained.

From Barron's Feb. 5, 2026

Karman has developed a cooling system similar to the heat pumps in the average home, except its pumps use liquid carbon dioxide as refrigerant, which is circulated using rocket engine technology rather than fans.

From Los Angeles Times Jan. 22, 2026

A rocket engine has exploded during a launch test at the UK's new spaceport in Shetland.

From BBC Aug. 19, 2024

The Talon, powered by a liquid-fuel rocket engine, ended its flight by descending into the ocean as planned.

From Seattle Times Mar. 9, 2024

We fired Columbia’s rocket engine shortly after we swung around behind the moon’s left edge, out of touch with the earth for the first time in three days.

From "Flying to the Moon: An Astronaut's Story" by Michael Collins



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