Battleplane
an airplane designed for combat; warplane.
Historical Examples
Since June 14th, I have a battleplane of my own: a biplane, with 150-horsepower motor.
An Aviator’s Field Book Oswald Blcke
At Lufbery’s funeral it was announced that the battleplane which had caused his death had been brought down by French airmen.
New York Times Current History: The European War, Vol. 8, Pt. 2, No. 1, July 1918 Various
The battleplane squadron is here because there is a lot to do at present on this front (the West).
An Aviator’s Field Book Oswald Blcke
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bearing scars or damages received in battle: a battle-scarred warship. showing the effects of hard wear or use: a sale of battle-scarred desks. Historical Examples The regiment was in highest spirits, battle scarred and with a glorious record of great achievements established. The Seventeenth Highland Light Infantry (Glasgow Chamber of Commerce Battalion) Various
- Battleship
any of a class of warships that are the most heavily armored and are equipped with the most powerful armament. ship of the line. Contemporary Examples Sober and muted colors including shades of gray, one described in a local paper as ‘battleship,’ were prevalent. How World Wars Made Females More Androgynous Liza Foreman July 21, […]
- Battleship gray
a subdued bluish gray. Historical Examples This work confirmed the conclusion of the author and others that our battleship gray was too dark. Visual Illusions Matthew Luckiesh
- Battle star
a small bronze star worn on a campaign ribbon by members of organizations taking part in certain battles or other wartime operations. a small silver star similarly worn, equivalent to five bronze battle stars.
- Battle station
the place or position that one is assigned to for battle or in an emergency.