torpedo
/ˌtɔː(ɹ)ˈpiː.dəʊ/
noun
Meaning
An electric ray of the genus Torpedo.
A cylindrical explosive projectile that can travel underwater and is used as a weapon.
A submarine sandwich.
A naval mine.
An explosive device buried underground and set off remotely, to destroy fortifications, troops, or cavalry; a land torpedo.
A professional gunman or assassin.
A small explosive device attached to the top of the rail to provide an audible warning when a train passes over it.
A kind of firework in the form of a small ball, or pellet, which explodes when thrown upon a hard object.
An automobile with a torpedo body.
(usually in the plural) A woman's shoe with a pointed toe.
(usually in the plural) A large breast; breast with a large nipple.
A marijuana cigarette.
Synonyms
verb
Meaning
To send a torpedo, usually from a submarine, that explodes below the waterline of the target ship.
To sink a ship with one of more torpedoes.
To undermine or destroy any endeavor with a stealthy, powerful attack.