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bal·lis·tics
 ballistics
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- pronunciation:
- b
lI
stihks
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun), Word Parts
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noun |
| definition 1: |
(used with a sing. verb) the scientific study of the motion and properties of missiles such as bullets and rockets.
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| definition 2: |
the study of the characteristics of ammunition and firearms, as in police detection work.
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| definition 3: |
the technology of designing missiles for peak performance.
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| derivation: |
ballistician (n.) |
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