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/bɒm/
Meaning & Definition
noun
An explosive weapon that is designed to explode under specific conditions.
The military deployed a bomb to neutralize the target.
A powerful event or situation that has negative effects, often unexpectedly.
The new movie was a total bomb at the box office.
verb
To attack or destroy with bombs.
The forces bombed the enemy positions during the night.
To fail completely; to be a failure.
The comedian bombed during his set at the comedy club.
Etymology
Middle English 'bomme', possibly from Latin 'bombus' (a buzzing or humming sound).
Common Phrases and Expressions
drop a bomb:
To make a shocking or surprising revelation.
bomb squad:
A specialized unit that deals with defusing explosive devices.
bombshell:
An unexpected and shocking event or news.
Related Words
Slang Meanings
Great; excellent.
That concert was the bomb!
A failure; something that did not go well.
His last project was a total bomb.