Meaning

2 senses
  1. (not comparable)That can be attached using one or more straps.

  2. (not comparable)Of a booster rocket, that is mounted on the outside of a launch vehicle (typically around the first stage) to provide an additional boost at lift-off, ultimately separating after the first few minutes of ascent.

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