Definition of destroyer

destroyernoun

kẻ huỷ diệt

/dɪˈstrɔɪə(r)//dɪˈstrɔɪər/

The word "destroyer" has its roots in the Old French word "destructeur," which means "destroyer" or "one who destroys." This word, in turn, comes from the Latin "destructor," formed from the verb "destruere," meaning "to destroy." The meaning of "destroyer" as a type of warship evolved in the late 19th century, as these vessels were specifically designed to destroy enemy torpedo boats.

namespace

a small fast ship used in war, for example to protect larger ships

một con tàu nhanh nhỏ được sử dụng trong chiến tranh, ví dụ để bảo vệ những con tàu lớn hơn

a person or thing that destroys

một người hoặc vật phá hủy

Example:
  • Sugar is the destroyer of healthy teeth.

    Đường là kẻ hủy diệt hàm răng khỏe mạnh.

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