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Motor Torpedo Boat

Description:

A motor torpedo boat (MTB) is a small, fast warship that is specifically designed to launch torpedoes against enemy ships. It typically has a low profile, high-speed capabilities, and weaponry focused on torpedo launchers.

Examples:

Sense 1: Ship Type

During World War II, motor torpedo boats played a crucial role in coastal defense and in attacking enemy naval forces.

Sample sentence: The motor torpedo boat swiftly approached the enemy destroyer, launching a deadly torpedo at its hull.

Sense 2: Historical Context

Motor torpedo boats were extensively used by the Allies during World War II as a highly effective way to disrupt enemy convoys and inflict damage on larger warships.

Sample sentence: PT-109, commanded by Lieutenant John F. Kennedy, was a famous motor torpedo boat serving in the Pacific theater of World War II.

Sense 3: Recreational Use

In contemporary times, some individuals enjoy racing motor torpedo boats as a thrilling water sport.

Sample sentence: The adrenaline junkie couldn't resist the exhilaration of piloting a motor torpedo boat through the waves.

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