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guided missile in English

  • guided missile
    guided missile,
    a missile that can be guided in flight to its target by means of radio signals from the ground or by automatic devices inside the missile which direct its course. Correction or alteration of the course of a missile in the atmosphere

Dictionary Entry: Guided Missile

Guided Missile

Part of Speech

Noun

Pronunciation

IPA: /ˈɡaɪdɪd ˈmɪsaɪl/ (American), /ˈɡaɪdɪd ˈmɪsʌɪl/ (British)

Phonetic: GY-did MISS-ile

Definitions

  • A self-propelled weapon equipped with a guidance system to track and hit a target.
  • A missile controlled by onboard computers, radar, or remote guidance to improve accuracy.

Usage Examples

  • "The military tested a new guided missile with enhanced precision."
  • "Guided missiles have revolutionized modern warfare by increasing strike accuracy."

Etymology

Derived from "guide," meaning to direct or control, and "missile," from the Latin 'missilis,' meaning 'capable of being thrown or launched.'

Synonyms

  • Smart missile
  • Precision missile
  • Target-seeking projectile

Antonyms

  • Unguided missile
  • Ballistic missile (depending on context)

Translations

Language Translation Pronunciation
FrenchMissile guidé/misil ɡide/
SpanishMisil guiado/miˈsil ɡjaˈðo/
GermanGelenkte Rakete/ɡəˈlɛŋktə ʁaˈkeːtə/
Hindiनिर्देशित मिसाइलNirdeshit Misail
Mandarin制导导弹Zhìdǎo dǎodàn
Arabicصاروخ موجهṢārūkh muwajjah
Japanese誘導ミサイルYūdō misairu

Regional Pronunciation Variations

British English: /ˈmɪsʌɪl/

American English: /ˈmɪsaɪl/

Historical Usage

Guided missiles were first developed during World War II, with significant advancements in the Cold War era leading to modern precision-strike capabilities.

Cultural Nuances

Different nations have developed various types of guided missiles, including air-to-air, surface-to-air, and cruise missiles, each serving distinct strategic roles.

More Information

Guided missile technology continues to evolve, incorporating AI and satellite-based guidance systems for improved accuracy and strategic effectiveness.

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