Definition & Bedeutung von "torpedo"

Torpedo

SUBSTANTIV

Sub, Sandwich

a large sandwich made of a long crusty roll split lengthwise and filled with meats and cheese (and tomato and onion and lettuce and condiments); different names are used in different sections of the United States

Torpedo, Elektrostech

any sluggish bottom-dwelling ray of the order Torpediniformes having a rounded body and electric organs on each side of the head capable of emitting strong electric discharges

Torpedo, Unterwassertorpedo

armament consisting of a long cylindrical self-propelled underwater projectile that detonates on contact with a target

Torpedo, Warnvorrichtung

an explosive device placed on railroad tracks, activated by passing trains to warn engineers of potential dangers ahead

Example

Torpedoes are critical safety devices on railways.

The torpedo on the track alerted the train 's engineer with a loud bang.

The sudden sound of the torpedo made the engineer stop the train

Torpedo, Böller

a small firework that consists of a percussion cap and some gravel wrapped in paper; explodes when thrown forcefully against a hard surface

Torpedo, explosives Gerät für Bohrlöcher

an explosive device that is set off in an oil well (or a gas well) to start or to increase the flow of oil (or gas)

Auftragskiller, Mörder

a professional killer who uses a gun

Torpedo-Karosserie, Karosseriestil Torpedo

a vintage car body style with a streamlined, tapering shape resembling a naval torpedo

What is a "torpedo"?

A torpedo is a vintage car body style that is smooth, elongated, and shaped to reduce air resistance. It typically has a rounded or pointed front and a tapered rear, giving the car a sleek, aerodynamic look. This style was popular in the early 1900s, often associated with luxury vehicles designed for speed and elegance. The torpedo body design prioritizes a fast, flowing shape, making it both visually striking and efficient in terms of aerodynamics. These cars were known for their performance and high-class appearance.

Example

The torpedo body style remains iconic in automotive history for its combination of aesthetic appeal and functional aerodynamics.

Enthusiasts admire vintage cars with torpedo body styles for their timeless elegance and historical significance in automotive design.

Many classic cars from the 1930s and 1940s were built with a torpedo body style, characterized by its streamlined design.

to torpedo

VERB

torpedieren, mit Torpedos angreifen

attack or hit with torpedoes

torpedieren, sabottieren

to completely eliminate the possibility of something succeeding

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