Dreadnought

A dreadnought is a type of battleship introduced in the early 20th century, marked by its heavy armor and powerful artillery. The British battleship HMS Dreadnought, launched in 1906, revolutionized naval warfare with its all-big-gun armament and steam turbine propulsion, allowing for greater speed and firepower. This design set a new standard, rendering older battleships obsolete and sparking a naval arms race among world powers. The term "dreadnought" has since been used to refer to any similar ship featuring advanced technology and capabilities in military contexts.