non-missile-powered
|non-mis-sile-pow-ered|
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/nɒn-ˈmɪs.əl-ˈpaʊ.ərd/
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/nɒn-ˈmɪs.aɪl-ˈpaʊ.əd/
not powered by missiles
Etymology
'non-missile-powered' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not,' combined with 'missile,' which comes from the Latin 'missilis,' meaning 'that may be thrown,' and 'powered,' from the Old English 'pōwer,' meaning 'to supply with energy.'
'non-missile-powered' is a modern English term formed by combining 'non-' with 'missile-powered,' reflecting technological advancements in propulsion systems.
Initially, it meant 'not powered by missiles,' and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
describes a vehicle or device that operates without the use of missiles for propulsion.
The non-missile-powered drone was used for surveillance.
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Last updated: 2025/03/11 10:13