MIRV

or M.I.R.V.

[ murv ]

noun

1. multiple independently targetable reentry vehicle.

MIRV

/ mɜːv /

acronym for

1. 1. multiple independently targeted re-entry vehicle: a missile that has several warheads, each one being directed to different enemy targets
   2. any of the warheads

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