Projectile

/prəˈdʒɛk.taɪl/

Meaning & Definition

noun

An object that is thrown, fired, or otherwise propelled, often with a specific trajectory.

The cannon fired a heavy projectile that struck the enemy fortifications.

A self-propelled object, such as a missile or rocket, designed for military use.

The defense system intercepted the incoming projectile before it could reach the city.

A missile or other weapon that is designed to be launched or thrown.

The athlete set a new record with her throw of the javelin, a type of projectile.

In physics, an object that is moving under the influence of external forces, typically after being launched.

The path of a projectile can be predicted using the principles of physics.

From Latin 'projectus', past participle of 'proicere', meaning 'to throw forth'.

projectile motion

The motion of an object that is launched into the air and propelled by gravity and initial thrust.

hurling projectiles

The act of throwing or launching objects with great force.

missile

A weapon that is self-propelled and designed to be launched over a distance.

ballistic

The science of the motion of projectiles in flight.

To throw something with force.

He projected that ball like a pro!

To rapidly accelerate or launch something.

The car projectile out of the driveway.