Simple meaning
What does Projectile mean?
Projectile means an object sent flying through the air.
Dictionary definition
An object that is thrown or launched through the air.
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Synonyms
Words like Projectile
launched objectUse for something thrown or shot forward.
termUse for a word or expression in language study.
Antonyms
Opposite words
stationary objectUse for something that stays still.
confusionUse when meaning is unclear or mixed up.
Word family
Projectile word family
Base word
projectile
noun
projectiles
Plural form of projectile when used as a countable noun.
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What does projectile mean?
Projectile means projectile means an object sent flying through the air.
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