projectiles (B2)
noun
Pronunciation: /prəˈdʒɛk.təl/
Definition
An object that is thrown, shot, or launched into the air or space, especially one with a high velocity.
Examples
The ancient catapult launched a large stone projectile at the castle walls.
Scientists are studying the trajectory of the projectile to understand its impact.
The bullet is a type of projectile fired from a gun.
How to Use projectiles
- projectile motion (collocation)
- The study of the motion of objects thrown or launched into the air. — "Students learn about projectile motion in their introductory physics class."
- launch a projectile (collocation)
- To send a projectile into the air or space. — "The rocket was designed to launch a satellite as a projectile."
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