destruct

(di strukt, dēstrukt′)

noun

the deliberate destruction of a malfunctioning missile, rocket, etc. after its launch

Origin: back-form. < destruction

intransitive verb

to be automatically destroyed

transitive verb

to destroy (a rocket, etc.) deliberately by remote control

See destruct in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun
The intentional, usually remote-controlled destruction of a space vehicle, rocket, or missile after launching, as for defective performance or reasons of safety.
verb de·struct·ed, de·struct·ing, de·structs
verb, transitive
To destroy intentionally (a rocket or missile) after launch.
verb, intransitive
To self-destruct.

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Origin: Back-formation from destruction

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