Meaning of the word destroyer in English

What does destroyer mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

destroyer

US /dɪˈstrɔɪ.ɚ/
UK /dɪˈstrɔɪ.ər/

Noun

1.

a person or thing that destroys something

Example:
The fire was a great destroyer of property.
He was the destroyer of his own career.
2.

a fast warship armed with guns, missiles, and torpedoes

Example:
The navy deployed a new destroyer to the region.
The fleet included several frigates and a powerful destroyer.