Definition of Projectile
Projectile
pro·jec·tile
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
in physics, a body that is thrown with a force but then proceeds to move only due to the forces of gravity and its own inertia; an object or body meant to be fired out of a device such as a gun or a rocket;
e.g. He fired a projectile over the fence, and it burst when it landed.
(adjective)
of or relating to a projectile object or missile;
e.g. The projectile weapon was perfect to shoot missiles above the high fence.
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