Meaning Of The Word Projectile

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projectile
countable noun: A projectile is an object that is fired from a gun or other weapon.

projectile in American English
an object designed to be hurled or shot forward, as a cannon shell or rocket
designed to be hurled forward, as a javelin
adjective: impelling or driving forward, as a force
noun: an object fired from a gun with an explosive propelling charge, such as a bullet, shell, rocket, or grenade

projectile in British English
adjective: capable of being or designed to be hurled forwards
noun: an object or body thrown forwards

projectile in Mechanical Engineering
noun: A projectile is a body which is launched into the air and receives no further propulsion.

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