low explosive

Noun

Meaning

an explosive with a low rate of combustion

Source: WordNet

Synonyms

dynamite ammunition firework grenade high explosive black powder explosive compound c4 explosive agent faint explosive smaller explosive low explosive devices low shot explosive material small explosive

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Antonyms

high explosive

Hypernyms

explosive

Hyponyms

firework pyrotechnic

Examples

The term high explosive is in contrast with the term low explosive, which explodes ( deflagrates ) at a lower rate. Source: Internet

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. Source: Internet

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