noun
tomahawk
A long-range cruise missile used by the U.S. military.
The ship launches a Tomahawk during the military exercise.
Etymology
The missile is named after the tomahawk weapon. The borrowed weapon-name links the modern military device with a familiar striking or throwing implement.
More examples
- The report identifies the missile as a Tomahawk.
- The display explains the Tomahawk's role as a cruise missile.
- Several Tomahawks are shown in the naval inventory.
Forms
tomahawk · tomahawks