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mini-bomb

|min-i-bomb|

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/ˈmɪni bɑːm/

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/ˈmɪni bɒm/

small explosive

Etymology
Etymology Information

'mini-bomb' originates from the combination of 'mini,' meaning small, and 'bomb,' an explosive device.

Historical Evolution

'Mini-bomb' is a modern term combining 'mini' and 'bomb' to describe a smaller version of a traditional bomb.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant a small explosive device, and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a small explosive device designed to cause damage or destruction.

The police discovered a mini-bomb in the abandoned building.

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Last updated: 2025/02/10 09:21