interceptor missile (B2)
noun phrase
Pronunciation: /ˌɪntəˈsɛptə ˈmɪsəl/
Definition
A type of missile designed to intercept and destroy incoming missiles or other aerial threats, often used as part of a defense system.
Examples
The country's defense system relies heavily on interceptor missiles to protect against enemy attacks.
The new interceptor missile is capable of reaching speeds of over Mach 5.
The military has developed an advanced interceptor missile system to counter the growing threat of ballistic missiles.
How to Use interceptor missile
- launch an interceptor missile (verb phrase)
- to deploy an interceptor missile — "The military launched an interceptor missile to destroy the incoming enemy missile."
- interceptor missile system (noun phrase)
- a system that uses interceptor missiles for defense — "The country's defense system relies heavily on its interceptor missile system."
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