Definitions

1. noun

A type of rocket or missile, especially one designed to carry a warhead.

“The Congreve rockets were used during the Napoleonic Wars.”

2. noun

A type of fireworks that consists of a tube containing a burning substance that propels a rocket into the air.

“The Congreve fireworks lit up the night sky during the celebration.”

3. proper noun

A surname of English origin, especially one borne by William Congreve (1670-1729), an English inventor and engineer, and by William Congreve (1772-1828), an English inventor and engineer.

“The Congreve family has a long history of innovation and engineering.”