What is another word for floating mine?
Pronunciation: [flˈə͡ʊtɪŋ mˈa͡ɪn] (IPA) 
A floating mine is a dangerous explosive device that is used to destroy enemy ships or boats in the water. There are various synonyms that can be used to describe this type of weapon, including naval mine, sea mine, underwater mine, and marine mine. These types of mines can be deployed in many different ways, including dropping them from airplanes or placing them in the water by ships or submarines. Due to their destructive capabilities and the danger they pose to both military and civilian vessels, floating mines are strictly regulated under international law. Despite efforts to clear underwater minefields, many of these devices remain in the world's oceans and can still pose a serious hazard to navigation.
