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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

ballistics

/ˌbælɪˈstɪks/ noun · British & US
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What does ballistics mean?

noun

The study of the motion of projectiles, especially the trajectory of a projectile under the influence of gravity. The science of the flight of projectiles, especially artillery shells.

Example

"The physicist spent years studying the ballistics of the new rocket design."

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