death ray
noun
Definition of death ray
: a weapon that generates an intense beam of particles or radiation by which it destroys its target
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1896
First Known Use of death ray
1896
DEATH RAY Defined for English Language Learners
death ray
noun
Definition of death ray for English Language Learners
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in stories : a weapon that sends out a very strong beam of energy that usually looks like light and that is able to destroy almost anything
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