The Vietnamese word "ngư lôi" translates to "torpedo" in English. It refers to a type of weapon used in naval warfare. Torpedoes are self-propelled explosives that are designed to be launched from submarines, ships, or aircraft, and they travel underwater to hit their target, which is usually another ship or submarine.
In more technical discussions, "ngư lôi" can be used to describe different types of torpedoes, such as: - Ngư lôi tự dẫn (guided torpedo): A torpedo that can change its course during its flight to hit a target. - Ngư lôi không tự dẫn (unguided torpedo): A simpler type of torpedo that travels in a straight path.
While "ngư lôi" primarily refers to torpedoes, in some contexts, it can also be used metaphorically to describe sudden, destructive actions or events, similar to how a torpedo can cause significant damage swiftly.