水すい雷らい

noun

torpedo

Refers specifically to self-propelled underwater weapons launched from ships, submarines, or aircraft. Often used in military contexts.

See also: 魚雷

• 潜せん水すい艦かんが水すい雷らいを発はっ射しゃした。

  The submarine launched a torpedo.

noun

sea mine; underwater mine

Refers to stationary explosive devices placed in water to damage or destroy ships. Distinct from torpedoes (魚雷).

See also: 機雷

• 湾わん内ないに水すい雷らいが敷ふ設せつされた。

  Sea mines were laid in the bay.