missile

• Arma arrojadiza que puede ser autopropulsada y guiada, frecuentemente con una ojiva, o cualquier objeto lanzado con intención de dañar.

A noun referring to a projectile weapon that is either self-propelled, often carrying a warhead, or a thrown object used as a weapon.

1. Guided projectileB2formal

   A rocket-propelled weapon that carries an explosive warhead and can be guided by remote control or ballistic trajectory.

   Misil guiado

   • The military launched a missile from the submarine.
   • The missile struck its target with precision.
   • Anti-aircraft missiles are designed to intercept enemy aircraft.

   Sinónimosprojectilerocket

2. Thrown objectB2formal

   An object that is forcibly thrown or projected at a target, such as a stone, spear, or dart.

   Proyectil arrojadizo

   • In ancient warfare, soldiers used spears as missiles.
   • The protesters threw missiles at the police line.
   • A stone can be a dangerous missile if thrown with force.

   Sinónimosprojectile