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There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Heavyweight Torpedo.
Heavyweight Torpedo - as a noun
A torpedo that carries a warhead of at least 450 kg, used primarily as a standoff weapon, particularly by submerged submarines.
Example: "Although lightweight torpedoes are fairly easily handled, the transport and handling of heavyweight torpedoes is difficult, especially in the small space of a submarine."
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
heavy torpedoExample Sentences
"The navy has developed a new type of heavyweight torpedo for submarine warfare."
"The captain ordered the deployment of a heavyweight torpedo to sink the enemy vessel."
"The heavyweight torpedo was launched with great precision and successfully hit its target."
"The construction of a highly advanced heavyweight torpedo requires extensive engineering knowledge."
"During the exercise, the submarine fired a heavyweight torpedo as part of a simulated attack."
