destroyer
Etymology

From destroy + -er.

Pronunciation
  • (America) IPA: /dəˈstɹɔɪ.ɚ/
Noun

destroyer (plural destroyers)

  1. That which destroys something.
  2. (military, historical) A small, fast warship with light gun armament, smaller than a cruiser, but bigger than a frigate.
  3. (military) A larger warship with guided missile armament, usually intended for air defence or anti-ship roles. Often, but not always, larger than a frigate and smaller than a cruiser.
    1. (science fiction, by extension) A starship of comparable role.
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