Projectile: meaning, definitions and examples

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projectile

[ prəˈdʒɛktaɪl ]

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physics

A missile designed to be fired from a rocket or gun.

Synonyms

ammunition, missile, rocket

Examples of usage

The projectile was launched into the air.
The projectile traveled at high speed.

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ballistics

An object thrown, fired, or otherwise propelled at a target.

Synonyms

bullet, dart, missile

Examples of usage

The archer released the projectile towards the target.
The bullet served as a projectile in the experiment.

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military

A self-propelled missile or rocket used for military purposes.

Synonyms

missile, rocket, warhead

Examples of usage

The army deployed the projectiles against enemy forces.
The navy launched a series of projectiles from the warship.

Translations

Translations of the word "projectile" in other languages:

🇵🇹 projétil

🇮🇳 प्रक्षेप्य

🇩🇪 Projektil

🇮🇩 proyektil

🇺🇦 снаряд

🇵🇱 pocisk

🇯🇵 飛び道具 (とびどうぐ)

🇫🇷 projectile

🇪🇸 proyectil

🇹🇷 mermi

🇰🇷 투사체

🇸🇦 قذيفة

🇨🇿 projektil

🇸🇰 projektil

🇨🇳 抛射体 (pāo shè tǐ)

🇸🇮 izstrelitveno telo

🇮🇸 skotfæri

🇰🇿 снаряд

🇬🇪 სასროლი

🇦🇿 güllə

🇲🇽 proyectil

Word origin

The word 'projectile' originated in the early 17th century from the Latin word 'projectilis', which means 'to throw forth'. It has been used to describe objects thrown, fired, or propelled at a target, especially in the fields of physics, ballistics, and military. The concept of projectiles has been integral to warfare and scientific experiments throughout history.