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Definition missile in American English

missile noun

[countable] noun
/ˈmɪs(ə)l/
1

a weapon that travels under its own power for long distances and explodes when it hits its target

Example

a nuclear missile

Example

The motive for the missile attack was not initially clear.

Synonyms and related words
A-bomb atom bomb atomic bomb
1.1

an object that is thrown or fired at someone or something

Synonyms and related words
ammo ammunition armaments
Definition missile in American English