missile
Translation
missile, projectile
Examples
The country launched a long-range missile.
The country launched a long-range missile.
The ship is armed with guided missiles.
The ship is armed with guided missiles.
Grammar Patterns
a/the missile an object that is thrown or shot at a target The army fired a missile.
Similar Words
Synonyms: projectile, rocket, torpedo
Etymology
From Latin 'mittere' meaning 'to send'. The '-ile' suffix suggests capability. So, 'capable of being sent'.
Memory Tips
A 'missile' is something you don't want to 'miss' you. Or, it's sent on a 'mission'.