1. attacking or sinking a ship with a torpedo
Usage: nautical; military
2. deliberately destroying or sabotaging something, especially a plan or proposal
Usage: informal

Examples

• The submarine was torpedoing enemy vessels in the harbor.
• German U-boats were torpedoing merchant ships during the war.
• The senator accused his opponents of torpedoing the healthcare bill.
• She was torpedoing her own career with her reckless behavior.
• The leaked information ended up torpedoing the peace negotiations.
• They’re torpedoing every proposal we make in committee.