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    Bombe (en. Bomb)

    [bɔm]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Explosive device intended to be launched, fired, or placed to explode.
    The bomb was defused before it could explode.
    La bombe a été désamorcée avant qu'elle n'explose.
    An object of spherical or ovoid shape filled with explosive material.
    The terrorists placed a bomb in the building.
    Les terroristes ont placé une bombe dans le bâtiment.
    A vehicle or payload that causes an explosion.
    The army used a bomb to destroy the bunker.
    L'armée a utilisé une bombe pour détruire le bunker.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'bombus', meaning 'noise', which refers to the explosion.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    time bomb
    An explosive device programmed to explode after a certain delay.
    bombe à retardement
    to show off
    To present oneself in a particularly impressive or attractive light.
    faire sa bombe

    Related Words

    bombing
    The act of bombing, attacking with bombs.
    bombardement
    bomber
    Airplane designed to drop bombs.
    bombardier
    tear gas bomb
    An object used to disperse crowds by releasing an irritating gas.
    bombe lacrymogène

    Slang Meanings

    An attractive person.
    That girl is a real knockout!
    Cette fille est une vraie bombe!
    A resounding success.
    His latest film is a hit at the box office.
    Son dernier film est une bombe au box-office.