Meanings (ES + gloss)
lanzar
To throw (a projectile such as a lance, dart or ball); to hurl; to propel with force.
There they were met by four thousand Ha'apa'a warriors, who launched a volley of stones and spears[…]
lancear
To pierce with, or as with, a lance.
And launch your hearts with lamentable wounds.
botar
To cause (a vessel) to move or slide from the land or a larger vessel into the water; to set afloat.
1725–1726, Alexander Pope, Homer's Odyssey (translation), Book V With stays and cordage last he rigged the ship, / And rolled on levers, launched her in the deep.
Now when he had left speaking, he said unto Simon, Launch out into the deep, and let down your nets for a draught.
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