No. 4,513 in French
lanceur
"Launcher" or "thrower" depending on context.
In a sentence
Le lanceur de la fusée vérifie les systèmes avant le lancement.
The rocket launcher checks the systems before launch.
Here, 'lanceur' refers to the person or entity responsible for launching a rocket, demonstrating its use in a technical and professional context.
Un lanceur d'alerte a révélé des informations importantes au public.
A whistleblower revealed critical information to the public.
In this context, 'lanceur' means someone who initiates something, specifically an alert or disclosure, showing its figurative use describing actions of alert or initiation.
Le joueur est un excellent lanceur dans son équipe de baseball.
The player is an excellent pitcher on his baseball team.
Here, 'lanceur' is used in a sports-related context, specifically to describe the role of a pitcher in baseball, highlighting its application in recreational and team activities.
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