warhead

//ˈwɔːrˌhɛd//
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Noun

warheadSingular
warheadsPlural
1

The front section of a missile, torpedo, or other munition that contains the explosive charge or payload designed to detonate upon impact or at a specified time.

The missile's warhead was designed to detonate on impact.