Definitions

1. noun

A platform from which a spacecraft is launched, or a system or environment from which a project or process is started.

“The company will use a cloud-based launchpad to deploy its new software application.”

2. noun

A device or system that is used to launch or deploy applications or programs, such as a mobile app launchpad or a web application launchpad.

“The app store has a launchpad section for featured and popular apps.”

3. noun

A location or environment from which an activity or process is started or initiated.

“The city will serve as a launchpad for the new space tourism industry.”