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    Bombes (en. Bombs)

    /bɔmb/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Explosive device used in warfare.
    Bombers drop bombs on enemy targets.
    Les bombardiers larguent des bombes sur les cibles ennemies.
    Object containing gas or a pressurized product, which can be used as an aerosol.
    She bought spray cans for her art project.
    Elle a acheté des bombes de peinture pour son projet artistique.
    Colloquial expression referring to something impressive or surprising.
    This movie is really a bomb.
    Ce film est vraiment une bombe.

    Etymology

    Of unknown origin, but probably derived from the Italian word 'bomba', referring to an explosive device.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to make a bomb
    To create a big impression.
    faire une bombe
    it's a bomb
    It's an exceptional or surprising event.
    c'est une bombe
    time bombs
    Problems or dangers that do not appear immediately.
    bombes à retardement

    Related Words

    encircle
    To completely surround.
    encercler
    explosion
    The act of exploding, causing destruction.
    explosion
    detonation
    The noise produced by an explosion.
    détonation

    Slang Meanings

    Something incredible or awesome.
    That concert was a bomb!
    Ce concert était une bombe !
    A person who attracts a lot of attention.
    She really looks amazing in that dress.
    Elle est vraiment une bombe dans cette robe.
    An unexpected disaster.
    This project turned out to be a bomb!
    Ce projet s'est avéré être une bombe !
    An impressive gift or surprise.
    I got an impressive gift for my birthday!
    J'ai reçu une bombe pour mon anniversaire !