missile
Meaning
A missile is a self-propelled weapon designed to deliver an explosive payload to a predetermined target, often guided by sophisticated navigation systems, and utilized in military contexts for strategic strikes or tactical engagements.
💡 The term "missile" is often misused to refer to any projectile; however, it specifically denotes weapons with propulsion and guidance systems, distinguishing them from simple projectiles like bullets or shells.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
On
a
bright
afternoon
the
small
group
gathered
in
front
of
the
aerospace
exhibit
,
where
a
scale
model
of
a
guided
missile
stood
behind
glass
.
The
curator
spoke
in
clear
,
measured
terms
about
how
guidance
systems
evolved
and
how
engineers
addressed
problems
of
stability
and
control
.
An
interactive
touchscreen
let
visitors
change
the
simulated
trajectory
and
see
how
small
adjustments
to
thrust
or
angle
affected
the
outcome
.
The
display
framed
the
artifact
primarily
as
an
example
of
applied
physics
and
materials
engineering
,
emphasizing
sensors
,
propulsion
and
testing
protocols
.
By
the
end
of
the
tour
everyone
left
with
a
better
understanding
of
the
technical
challenges
involved
and
how
similar
principles
are
used
in
civilian
rocket
projects
.
Common Phrases
ballistic missile
cruise missile
guided missile
Synonyms
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