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warheads

 

[ ˈwɔːrhɛdz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

sour candy

Warheads are a popular brand of sour candy that are known for their extreme sourness. These small, colorful candies are coated in a sour powder that creates an intense sour flavor when eaten. They are often enjoyed by people who like sour treats.

Examples of usage

  • His face puckered up after eating a Warhead.
  • She challenged her friends to see who could handle the sourness of a Warhead.
Context #2 | Noun

military weapons

Warheads are explosive devices designed to be launched from military weapons such as missiles or rockets. They are used in warfare to cause destruction and damage to enemy targets. Warheads can vary in size and explosive power, ranging from small tactical warheads to large strategic warheads.

Examples of usage

  • The missile was armed with a warhead capable of destroying a bunker.
  • The country's nuclear arsenal includes warheads with devastating power.

Translations

Translations of the word "warheads" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ogivas

🇮🇳 वॉरहेड्स

🇩🇪 Gefechtsköpfe

🇮🇩 hulu ledak

🇺🇦 боєголовки

🇵🇱 głowice bojowe

🇯🇵 弾頭

🇫🇷 ogives

🇪🇸 ojivas

🇹🇷 savaş başlıkları

🇰🇷 탄두

🇸🇦 الرؤوس الحربية

🇨🇿 bojové hlavice

🇸🇰 bojové hlavice

🇨🇳 弹头

🇸🇮 bojne glave

🇮🇸 stríðshefðar

🇰🇿 жауынгерлік бастар

🇬🇪 საბრძოლო თავები

🇦🇿 döyüş başlıqları

🇲🇽 ojivas

Etymology

The term 'warheads' originated in the context of military weapons, referring to the explosive part of a missile or rocket. Over time, the term has also become associated with a brand of sour candy known for its extreme sourness. The dual meaning of 'warheads' reflects the contrast between destructive military power and playful sour treats.

See also: war, warble, warfare, warhead, warily, warlike, warlock, warmonger, warmongering, warplane, warrior, warship, wary.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #19,242, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.