Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tankbuster
noun
ˈtaŋkˌbʌstər
Definition
A type of aircraft designed specifically to attack and destroy enemy tanks and armored vehicles.
Examples
- The A-10 Thunderbolt II is often called a tankbuster due to its effectiveness against armored units.
- In the military exercise, several tankbusters demonstrated their capabilities in targeting armored vehicles.
- She always dreamed of becoming a pilot of a tankbuster, proud to protect her country from the ground threats.
Meaning
The term refers to specialized planes or helicopters that are equipped with munitions or weapons meant to target ground vehicles, particularly tanks.
Synonyms
- Ground attack aircraft
- Anti-tank aircraft
- Close air support aircraft
