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torpedo
noun torpedoes, torpedos
- 1. A long self-propelling underwater missile which explodes on impact with its target (usually a ship) and can be fired from submarines, ships and aircraft.
2. zool.
- Any of various cartilaginous fish, related to the skates and rays, that give off electric shocks.
- Form: torpedo ray (also)
3. A small container that holds an explosive charge, used in warfare as eg a firework or fog-signal.
- 1. To attack with torpedoes.
2. To wreck or destroy (eg a plan).
