Pro*ject"ile, n. [Cf. F. projectile.]

1. A body projected, or impelled forward, by force; especially, a

missile adapted to be shot from a firearm.

2. pl. (Mech.) A part of mechanics which treats of the motion, range,

time of flight, etc., of bodies thrown or driven through the air by an

impelling force.

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