Guided Missile (Noun)
Meaning
A rocket-propelled missile whose path can be controlled during flight either by radio signals or by internal homing devices.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The new military contract involved the development of an advanced guided missile system with real-time targeting capabilities.
- The Patriot missile defense system uses guided missiles to intercept and destroy incoming ballistic missiles.
- During the military exercise, a guided missile was launched and successfully hit a moving target at sea.
- The stealth bomber released a precision-guided missile that struck the enemy command center with devastating effect.
- The radar-guided missile system is designed to automatically track and destroy hostile aircraft.