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Uncommontorpedo
The correct spelling is torpedo.
How to pronounce torpedo
/ˌtɔː(ɹ)ˈpiː.dəʊ/
nounIPA: /ˌtɔː(ɹ)ˈpiː.dəʊ/
Say it like: Tor-ped-o
The correct spelling is torpedo. An electric ray of the genus Torpedo.
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Meanings
noun
- 1.An electric ray of the genus Torpedo.
- 2.A cylindrical explosive projectile that can travel underwater and is used as a weapon.
- 3.A submarine sandwich.
- 4.A naval mine.
- 5.An explosive device buried underground and set off remotely, to destroy fortifications, troops, or cavalry; a land torpedo.
verb
- 1.To send a torpedo, usually from a submarine, that explodes below the waterline of the target ship.
- 2.To sink a ship with one of more torpedoes.
- 3.To undermine or destroy any endeavor with a stealthy, powerful attack.
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