Meaning & Definition of word "Unexploded"

adjective:

• 1. Referring to a bomb or explosive device that has not detonated.
  • Example: The military conducted a thorough search for unexploded ordnance in the former battlefields.
• 2. Describing a situation or area containing bombs or explosives that remain intact and have not exploded.
  • Example: Residents were evacuated from the area due to the discovery of an unexploded shell.
• 3. Indicating a potential danger due to explosives that have not gone off.
  • Example: Unexploded devices pose a significant risk to unaware civilians.
• 4. Pertaining to a weapon or explosive mechanism that has yet to be activated or detonated.
  • Example: During the excavation, workers found several unexploded bombs buried underground.
• 5. Referring to any device that is designed to explode but has failed to do so.
  • Example: The inspectors were called to examine the site where multiple unexploded mines were reported.