Antiship

/ˈæntɪˌʃɪp/ adjective

Definition

Designed or intended to attack, disable, or destroy ships, especially military vessels.

Etymology

From anti- (against) + ship. Military terminology developed in 20th century warfare with aircraft and missiles.

Kelly Says

Anti-ship missiles changed naval warfare forever—suddenly you didn't need battleships with massive guns, just a plane or boat that could launch a missile from miles away.

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