Torpedo

Noun

 * 1)  A cylindrical explosive projectile that can travel underwater and is used as a weapon.
 * 2) A fish having wings that generate electric current, a kind of electric ray.
 * 3) Regional A submarine sandwich.
 * 4)  A naval mine.
 * 5)  An explosive device buried underground and set off remotely, to destroy fortifications, troops, or cavalry; a land torpedo
 * 6)  A professional gunman or assassin.
 * 7)  a small explosive device attached to the top of the rail to provide an audible warning when a train passes over it

Synonyms

 * detonator

Derived terms

 * torpedo roll
 * land torpedo
 * spar torpedo

Verb

 * 1) To send a torpedo, usually from a submarine, that explodes below the waterline of the target ship.
 * 2) To sink a ship with one of more torpedoes.
 * 3) To undermine or destroy any endeavor with a stealthy, powerful attack.

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