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Projectiles

Noun / prʌˈdʒektʌlz / / prʌˈdʒektaɪlz / Another word for projectiles — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A projectile is an object that is thrown or fired, such as a bullet or a missile.

Synonyms & similar words

missile rocket projectile missile bullet shot shell arrow dart cannonball bomb grenade torpedo rocket spear slingshot stone shuriken javelin ball puck

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Example sentences

  1. The baseball was hit like a projectile out of the park.
  2. The cannon fired a powerful projectile towards the enemy.
  3. The archer aimed his projectile with great precision.
  4. The bullet was a deadly projectile that could kill with one shot.
  5. The rocket was a powerful projectile that could travel into outer space.

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  • The well aimed spear is a deadly projectile. - Sun Tzu
  • The greatest pleasure when I started making money was not buying cars or yachts but finding myself able to have as many freshly typed drafts as possible. - Gore Vidal
  • The rocket's red glare, the bombs bursting in air, gave proof through the night that our flag was still there. - Francis Scott Key

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