Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
heat-seeking
Adjective
/hiːt ˈsiː.kɪŋ/
Definition
Referring to a type of missile or technology that tracks and follows heat sources.
Examples
- The heat-seeking missile locked onto the enemy aircraft, ensuring a precise strike.
- Advanced heat-seeking cameras are used in search and rescue missions to locate warm-bodied victims.
Meaning
Heat-seeking describes technology or devices designed to locate and target heat emitted by objects, often used in military applications.
Synonyms
- Thermal-homing
- Infrared-seeking
