{Congreve rocket}, a powerful form of rocket for use in war,
invented by Sir William Congreve. It may be used either in
the field or for bombardment; in the former case, it is
armed with shells or case shot; in the latter, with a
combustible material inclosed in a metallic case, which is
inextinguishable when kindled, and scatters its fire on
every side.
Congreve rocket \Con"greve rock"et\
See under {Rocket}.