hom|ing

hom|ing
hom|ing «HOH mihng», noun, adjective.
–n.
1. the action of a missile or torpedo which directs itself to or toward a target in response to signals or radiation emanating from or reflected by the target.
2. the system which receives the signals or radiation and directs the course of the missile or torpedo.
–adj.
returning home.

Useful english dictionary. 2012.

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