Meaning & Definition of word "Unexploded"

Unexploded

/ˌʌnɪkˈspləʊd/

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.

Etymology

From the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the verb 'explode'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

unexploded ordnance:

Military munitions that have failed to detonate as intended.

Related Words

detonate:

To cause to explode.

explode:

To burst forth violently from internal pressure.

Slang Meanings of unexploded