TORPEDO

/ˌtɔː(ɹ)ˈpiː.dəʊ/
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Definition

/ˌtɔː(ɹ)ˈpiː.dəʊ/
noun
  1. An electric ray of the genus Torpedo.
  2. A cylindrical explosive projectile that can travel underwater and is used as a weapon.
  3. A submarine sandwich.
  4. A naval mine.
  5. An explosive device buried underground and set off remotely, to destroy fortifications, troops, or cavalry; a land torpedo.
verb
  1. To send a torpedo, usually from a submarine, that explodes below the waterline of the target ship.
  2. To sink a ship with one of more torpedoes.
  3. To undermine or destroy any endeavor with a stealthy, powerful attack.

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