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- [det-n-ey-ter]
- /ˈdɛt nˌeɪ tər/
- /ˈdet.ən.eɪ.tər/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [det-n-ey-ter]
- /ˈdɛt nˌeɪ tər/
Definitions of detonator word
- countable noun detonator A detonator is a small amount of explosive or a piece of electrical or electronic equipment which is used to explode a bomb or other explosive device. 3
- noun detonator a small amount of explosive, as in a percussion cap, used to initiate a larger explosion 3
- noun detonator a device, such as an electrical generator, used to set off an explosion from a distance 3
- noun detonator a substance or object that explodes or is capable of exploding 3
- noun detonator a fuse, percussion cap, etc. for setting off explosives 3
- noun detonator an explosive 3
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Origin of detonator
First appearance:
before 1815 One of the 39% newest English words
First recorded in 1815-25; detonate + -or2
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Parts of speech for Detonator
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
detonator popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 75% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
detonator usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for detonator
noun detonator
- bomb — A bomb is a device which explodes and damages or destroys a large area.
- mine — an excavation made in the earth for the purpose of extracting ores, coal, precious stones, etc.
- missile — an object or weapon for throwing, hurling, or shooting, as a stone, bullet, or arrow.
- powder — British Dialect. a sudden, frantic, or impulsive rush.
- ammunition — Ammunition is bullets and rockets that are made to be fired from guns.
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