자체 추진력을 가지며 원격 제어 또는 내부 장비로 유도되는 폭발성 탄두를 탑재한 무기.
A self-propelled weapon that carries an explosive warhead and is directed by remote control or internal equipment, launched from the ground or by an aircraft or submarine.
예문:
"The defense system successfully intercepted the incoming cruise missile before it reached the city."
"Developing hypersonic missiles is a major focus of modern military research and development."
"Submarines are often equipped with powerful ballistic missiles capable of carrying nuclear warheads."
손이나 기계적 무기로 목표물을 향해 강제로 던지거나 발사되는 물체.
An object that is forcibly propelled at a target, either by hand or from a mechanical weapon.
예문:
"During the riot, police were forced to duck as various missiles, including rocks and bottles, were thrown at them."
"The ancient warrior used a javelin as a powerful missile against his distant enemy."