Impactor
Pronunciation: /ˈɪmpˈæktɝ/
Impactor (noun)
- A tool or machine that hits something with force to test strength or cause damage.
- A body in space that strikes a planet or moon, leaving a crater.
- A device that collects tiny particles by forcing them to hit a surface.
Examples
- The impactor broke the old wall quickly.
- A strong impactor can damage metal surfaces.