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Definition of: projectile
(prə·jek′təl) adjective
1. Projecting, or impelling forward.
2. Capable of being or intended to be projected or shot forth.
3. Protrusile.
—noun
1. A body projected or thrown forth by force.
2. Mil. A missile for discharge from a gun or cannon. [<F]
a. Windshield.
b. Armor–piercing cap.
c. Body.
d. Bursting charge.
e. Bourrelet
ƒ. Copper rotating band.
g. Fuze.
h. Plug.
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