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missile

Definition

  • noun: an object that is thrown, shot, or launched as a weapon
  • noun: an object (as a weapon) thrown or projected usually so as to strike something at a distance
  • adjective: capable of being thrown or projected to strike a distant object
  • synonyms: projectile, dejectile, arrow

Examples

  • The protesters were arrested for throwing 'missiles' [=rocks, bottles, etc.] at the police.

  • an intercontinental 'ballistic missile'

  • a nuclear 'missile'

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) from this abyss. I see the evil of this time and of the previous time gradually making expiation for itself and wearing out. Surface-to-surface missiles delivered sarin at about three o'clock in the morning, our time. Moscow has already issued a statement condemning the rebels (..)
    2017 TvShow: House of Cards Title: Chapter 65 Season: 5 Episode 13