First Known Use: 1967
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1MIRV
noun \ˈmərv\
Definition of MIRV
: a missile with two or more warheads designed to strike separate enemy targets; also : any of the warheads of such a missile
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Origin of MIRV
multiple independently targeted reentry vehicle
2MIRV
verb
MIRVedMIRV·ing
Definition of MIRV
transitive verb
: to equip with MIRV warheads
intransitive verb
: to arm one's forces with MIRVs
First Known Use of MIRV
1968
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