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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

torp,
detonator,
sub

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.