projectile

Definition

  • noun: something (such as a bullet or rocket) that is shot from a weapon
  • noun: a body 'projected' by external force and continuing in motion by its own inertia

Examples

  • The cannon fires a ten-pound 'projectile'.

  • Someone threw a 'projectile' at her car.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) I have one thing to say: ( gags ) Catch! ( all shouting ): We have a toxic projectile! Halt! After the suspect! Cover the area! Bring in reinforcements! WATERNOOSE: Stop him! (..)
    2001 Monsters, Inc.