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bomber

|bom/ber|

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/ˈbɑːmər/

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/ˈbɒmə/

aircraft or person associated with bombs

Etymology
Etymology Information

'bomber' originates from the word 'bomb,' which comes from the Latin word 'bombus,' meaning 'a booming sound.'

Historical Evolution

'bombus' transformed into the Old French word 'bombe,' and eventually became the modern English word 'bomb' and subsequently 'bomber.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it referred to the sound of an explosion, but over time it evolved to mean an aircraft or person associated with bombs.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

an aircraft designed to carry and drop bombs.

The bomber flew over the city, dropping its payload.

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Noun 2

a person who plants or detonates bombs.

The bomber was apprehended before he could carry out his plan.

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Last updated: 2025/02/08 13:36