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pad vs launching pad

launching pad vs pad

pad and launching pad both are nouns.

pad is a verb but launching pad is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
pad Yes No Yes No
launching pad Yes No No No
As nouns, pad and launching pad are synonyms defined as:
  • pad and launching pad: a platform from which rockets or space craft are launched
Other synonyms of pad include launch area, launch pad, launchpad.
pad (noun) launching pad (noun)
the fleshy cushion-like underside of an animal's foot or of a human's finger a platform from which rockets or space craft are launched
a flat mass of soft material used for protection, stuffing, or comfort
a platform from which rockets or space craft are launched
temporary living quarters
a block of absorbent material saturated with ink; used to transfer ink evenly to a rubber stamp
the large floating leaf of an aquatic plant (as the water lily)
a number of sheets of paper fastened together along one edge
pad (verb) launching pad (verb)
add padding to
add details to
line or stuff with soft material
walk heavily and firmly, as when weary, or through mud
Difference between pad and launching pad

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