explosive device
ɪkˈsploʊsɪv dɪˈvaɪs
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Definition of explosive device - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
militaryTECH.device that bursts with sudden violence from internal energyTECH.
  • The soldiers found an explosive device near the road.
bomb explosive charge
2.
engineeringTECH.apparatus used in demolition to break structuresTECH.
  • They used an explosive device to demolish the old building.
bomb charge explosive
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Images of explosive device

  • explosive device: apparatus used in demolition to break structures
    apparatus used in demolition to break structures

Expressions with explosive device

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improvised explosive devicen.
bomb made from everyday items to harm or disrupt
The soldiers found an improvised explosive device on the road.

Expressions with explosive

explosive tempern.
tendency to become very angry suddenly and strongly
He has an explosive temper and often yells at work.
explosive mixturen.
situation or group likely to become violent or problematic
The meeting turned into an explosive mixture of conflicting opinions.
explosive situationn.
tense situation that can escalate rapidly
The political debate turned into an explosive situation.
explosive beltn.
belt packed with explosives for suicide attacks
The terrorist wore an explosive belt during the attack.
plastic explosiven.
explosive material that is soft and moldable by hand
The engineers used plastic explosive to demolish the old bridge.
explosive chargen.
explosive component in a device or weapon
The bomb squad carefully removed the explosive charge from the device.

Expressions with device

cleaning devicen.
tool or machine for removing dirt or dust
The vacuum cleaner is a popular cleaning device.
electronic devicen.
gadget with electronic components
The electronic device stopped working after it got wet.
exercise devicen.
equipment designed for physical activity and fitness
The gym has a new exercise device for cardio workouts.
measuring devicen.
instrument used to determine size, amount, or degree
The ruler is a simple measuring device.
memory devicen.
technique to help remember information
Using acronyms is a common memory device for students.
smart devicen.
electronic item that can process data and connect to networks
Her smart device tracks sleep and sends alerts.
recording devicen.
machine that captures sound, images, or data for later use
The interview was saved using a digital recording device.
towing devicen.
piece of equipment used to pull or drag another vehicle or load
The truck's towing device can handle very heavy trailers.
birth control devicen.
device used to prevent pregnancy
She opted for a birth control device to avoid pregnancy.
electrical devicen.
apparatus powered by electrical energy
She bought a new electrical device for the kitchen.

Terms related to explosive device

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blastdemolitiondetonationexplosionmunitionordnanceweaponbombchargedetonatordynamiteexplosive

Terms with explosive device included in their meaning

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bombn.
warfare
explosive device designed to cause destruction
ticking bombn.
explosive device
device set to explode after a time
firecrackern.
firework
small explosive device for entertainment
minen.
military
explosive device hidden in ground or water
defusev.
bomb disarmament
remove the fuse from an explosive device
fusen.
explosives
cord that ignites an explosive device
land minen.
explosive device
bomb hidden under the ground
car bombn.
weapon
explosive device placed in a car to cause destruction

Examples of explosive device in a sentence

  • The explosive device was safely detonated by experts.
  • The explosive device was carefully placed to ensure safety.
  • Experts defused the explosive device found at the site.

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  1. French:engin explosif, appareil explosif, ...
  2. German:Sprengsatz, Sprengvorrichtung, ...
  3. Italian:ordigno esplosivo, ...
  4. Spanish:artefacto explosivo, carga explosiva, ...
  5. Portuguese:dispositivo explosivo, aparelho explosivo, ...
  6. Chinese:爆炸装置, 炸药, ...
  7. Japanese:爆発装置, 爆薬, ...
  8. Arabic:عُبْوَة نَاسِفَة, جِهاز مُتَفَجِّر, ...
  9. Hebrew:מַטְעַן חֲבָלָה, חוֹמֶר נֶפֶץ, ...
  10. Russian:взрывное устройство, ...
  11. Ukrainian:вибуховий пристрій, ...
  12. Hindi:विस्फोटक उपकरण, विस्फोटक यंत्र, ...
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