downrange
/ˈdaʊnˌreɪndʒ/
adverb
- In the direction of the target from the point where a weapon or missile is fired.
- The rocket's debris fell safely downrange in the ocean.
- The missile traveled downrange at incredible speed.
- All personnel must evacuate the area downrange before the test begins.
Antonyms
adjective
- Located in or relating to the area toward the target from a firing point.
- They set up a downrange observation post to monitor the launch.
- The downrange sensors detected the impact.
- Downrange winds can affect the accuracy of the shot.