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torpedoes Definition and Meaning in English (torpedoes definition)

noun
Synonyms:missilesmunitionsprojectiles
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Torpedoes definition: Self-propelled underwater missiles designed to be fired from a submarine or other warship to destroy enemy vessels.

Definitions of Torpedoes

  1. 1noun

    Self-propelled underwater missiles designed to be fired from a submarine or other warship to destroy enemy vessels.

Example Sentences

“The submarine launched its torpedoes towards the enemy fleet.”

“Modern torpedoes are equipped with advanced guidance systems.”

“The ship was hit by two torpedoes and sank rapidly.”

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Inflected Word Forms

infinitivetorpedo
past tensetorpedoed
present participletorpedoing
nountorpedo

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

to torpedo a planidiom

To deliberately ruin or sabotage a plan or effort.

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Torpedoes definition: Self-propelled underwater missiles designed to be fired from a submarine or other warship to destroy enemy vessels.
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'Torpedoes' translates to 'torpedoes' in English. Torpedoes definition: Self-propelled underwater missiles designed to be fired from a submarine or other warship to destroy enemy vessels.
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