mine layer
Naval ordnance vessel
A mine layer is a naval vessel designed to deploy explosive mines in water, creating defensive or offensive barriers against enemy ships and submarines.
The mines are typically released from the stern and sink to predetermined depths or rest on the seafloor.
The mine layer worked through the night to secure the harbor entrance.
Also spelled as one word: minelayer.
- navalOf maritime warfare
- warshipArmed naval vessel
- explosiveProne to sudden detonation
- torpedoPropelled undersea explosive
- submarineUnderwater naval craft
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