low explosive
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an explosive with a low rate of combustion
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dynamite
ammunition
firework
grenade
high explosive
black powder
explosive compound
c4
explosive agent
miniature explosive
blasting agent
cheap explosive
low shot
short explosive
small explosive
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The term high explosive is in contrast with the term low explosive, which explodes ( deflagrates ) at a lower rate.
The term dirty bomb refers to a specialized device that relies on a comparatively low explosive yield to scatter harmful material over a wide area.