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reentry vehicle

n. Abbr. RV

The part of a spacecraft or missile that reenters Earth's atmosphere.

That part of a space vehicle designed to re-enter the Earth's atmosphere in the terminal portion of its trajectory. Also called RV. See also maneuverable reentry vehicle; multiple reentry vehicle.

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