missile

• Существительное, обозначающее метательное оружие, которое либо самоуправляемо, часто с боеголовкой, либо брошенный предмет, используемый как оружие.

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.

   Управляемый снаряд

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

   Синонимыprojectilerocket

2. Thrown objectB2formal

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

   Метательный снаряд

   • 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.

   Синонимыprojectile