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projectile

noun

/prəˈdʒɛktaɪl/

Meaning

An object fired, thrown, or propelled, especially from a weapon.

The soldier dodged the incoming projectile.

missile, bullet, shell, rocket

target, stationary object

projectile weapon, projectile motion, incoming projectile

the act of washing oneself, often for religious purposes

An area of low-lying land that is flooded in wet seasons or at high tide

a very young child, especially one newly or recently born

the overflow of liquid from a container; excess that cannot be contained

The change in pitch or tone of voice when speaking for emphasis.

a round root vegetable with white or purple skin and white flesh