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Definition of warhead

warhead

/ˈwɔːr.hɛd/
war · head
Plural:warheads
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• noun

1

The forward section of a missile, rocket, or torpedo that contains the explosive, chemical, or nuclear payload along with its detonating mechanism.

Example

"The international treaty required both nations to dismantle the warheads and verify their removal through independent inspections."

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• Nearby Words

warfighter
wargame
wargaming
warhead
warhorse
warily
wariness

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the late 19th century as a compound of 'war' and 'head', originally used in naval terminology to distinguish the live, explosive nose section of a torpedo from a non-explosive 'peacehead' or practice head used during training exercises.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Warhead. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/warhead
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