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- pronunciation:
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jek
taIl
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pr
jek
tihl
- parts of speech:
- noun, adjective
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun), Word Explorer, Word Parts
part of speech: |
noun |
definition: |
an object that is thrown, fired, or impelled by an outside force or weapon.
Cannonballs and other projectiles were fired from the ship.The unruly students threw various projectiles whenever the teacher turned his back.- synonyms:
- missile
- similar words:
- arrow, bullet, dart, lead, shot, torpedo
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related words: |
dart, lead |
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part of speech: |
adjective |
definition 1: |
causing to move forward; impelling.
projectile force- similar words:
- driving, impelling, motor, propellent, propulsive
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definition 2: |
capable of being impelled.
- similar words:
- driven, impulsive, protrusile
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