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missilery

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /ˈmɪsɪləri/

KK: /ˈmɪsəˌlɛri/

noun
Definition

A term referring to missiles as a collective group or the field related to the design and use of guided or ballistic missiles.


Example

The military invested heavily in missilery to enhance their defense capabilities.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever read anything about missilery?
Sloth B
Not really, but it sounds interesting.
Sloth A
Yeah, it's fascinating how technology has evolved in that area.
Sloth B
I agree, especially with all the advancements in guided missiles.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
rocketry
armament
ordnance
Antonyms
disarmament
peace
nonviolence
Root Explanation

Missilery → It is formed from "missilis" (from Latin, meaning that which is thrown) and the suffix "-ery" (meaning a place or condition of). The word refers to the place or condition related to things that are thrown, particularly in a military context.

Memory Tip

Think of 'things that are thrown' ('missilis') and the '-ery' indicating a place or condition. This helps you remember that 'missilery' relates to the condition or place of throwing, especially in terms of weaponry.

Visually Confused Words
emissile
misery
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