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torpedo

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /tɔːrˈpiːdoʊ/ · UK /tɔːˈpiːdəʊ/

Forms: torpedoes

torpedo means: A weapon that moves through water and explodes when it hits a ship or submarine.

noun

UNDERWATER WEAPONB2

A weapon that moves through water and explodes when it hits a ship or submarine.

  • The submarine fired a torpedo.
  • A torpedo struck the side of the ship.
  • The crew loaded two torpedoes before leaving port.

Common phrases: launch a torpedo, torpedo attack, torpedo tube

Questions about torpedo

What does torpedo mean?

A weapon that moves through water and explodes when it hits a ship or submarine.

What is torpedo in other languages?

Türkçe: torpido · Español: torpedo · Français: torpille · Deutsch: Torpedo · Italiano: siluro · 日本語: 魚雷

How do you pronounce torpedo?

In American English /tɔːrˈpiːdoʊ/; in British English /tɔːˈpiːdəʊ/.

How do you use torpedo in a sentence?

The submarine fired a torpedo. A torpedo struck the side of the ship.

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