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a small rocket engine on a larger rocket or spacecraft that is fired to slow or alter its course

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  1. n. a small rocket engine on a larger rocket or spacecraft that is fired to slow or alter its course
  2. n a small rocket engine on a larger rocket or spacecraft that is fired to slow or alter its course