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New page: A '''missile''' is an object propelled, usually artificially, in a manner against the force of gravity. That is, an object launched laterally across the earth's surface, or directly u...
A '''missile''' is an object propelled, usually artificially, in a manner against the force of [[gravity]]. That is, an object launched laterally across the earth's surface, or directly up, is a missile, but one dropped to act in accord with gravity is not.
While the term "missile" carries the connotation of warfare, the definition compasses more benign uses as well: missile technology is the foundation of the modern [[space program]].
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While the term "missile" carries the connotation of warfare, the definition compasses more benign uses as well: missile technology is the foundation of the modern [[space program]].
[[category:astronomy]]
[[category:transportation]]