MISSILE

Noun Verb Adjective

Definition

MISSILE A missile is a projectile designed to be launched at a target, with derived forms including missiles (plural), missileing (present participle), missileed (past tense), missileer (agent noun), missileest (superlative), and missilely (adverb). A missile is a weapon that is propelled towards a target, with variations including missiles (plural), missileing (gerund), missileed (past tense), missileer (one who launches missiles), missileest (most missile-like

Word Analysis

Usage and Context

The word MISSILE can be used in various contexts in written and spoken English. As a valid Scrabble word, it represents a legitimate part of the English lexicon, even if it may not be commonly used in everyday conversation.

Learning Tip

Understanding words like MISSILE helps expand your vocabulary and appreciation for the diversity of the English language. Many words in the Scrabble dictionary come from specialized fields, historical periods, or other languages, showing how English continues to evolve and incorporate new terms.

Scrabble Information

Word: MISSILE

Length: 7 letters

Dictionary: Valid in TWL and SOWPODS

Status: Official Scrabble word

Usage

The word MISSILE can be used in various contexts. As a valid Scrabble word, it can be played on the Scrabble board according to standard game rules.