Definitions
There are 8 meanings of the word
Torpedo.
How to pronounce torpedo:
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Torpedo - as a noun
A professional killer who uses a gun
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
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Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bombercuban sandwichgrinderherohero sandwichhoagiehoagyitalian sandwichpoor boysubsubmarinesubmarine sandwichwedgezepAn explosive device that is set off in an oil well (or a gas well) to start or to increase the flow of oil (or gas)
A small firework that consists of a percussion cap and some gravel wrapped in paper; explodes when thrown forcefully against a hard surface
A small explosive device that is placed on a railroad track and fires when a train runs over it; the sound of the explosion warns the engineer of danger ahead
Armament consisting of a long cylindrical self-propelled underwater projectile that detonates on contact with a target
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
armamentHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Any sluggish bottom-dwelling ray of the order torpediniformes having a rounded body and electric organs on each side of the head capable of emitting strong electric discharges
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
crampfishelectric raynumbfishTorpedo - as a verb
Attack or hit with torpedoes
Example Sentences
"The submarine fired a torpedo at the enemy ship."
"The torpedo exploded upon impact with the target."
"The torpedo tube was loaded and ready for launch."
"The torpedo missed its target and veered off course."
"The torpedo boat swiftly approached the enemy fleet."
Word Game Points
Is TORPEDO a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, torpedo is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
TORPEDO has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is TORPEDO a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, torpedo is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordTORPEDO has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.
Is TORPEDO a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, torpedo is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordTORPEDO has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
