Bomber (Noun)
Meaning 1
A large sandwich made of a long crusty roll split lengthwise and filled with meats and cheese (and tomato and onion and lettuce and condiments); different names are used in different sections of the United States.
Classification
Nouns denoting foods and drinks.
Examples
- The deli sold out of bombers by lunchtime on Fridays due to the high demand from office workers.
- She ordered a vegetarian bomber with avocado and sprouts, and her friend got one with turkey and bacon.
- The bomber sub was loaded with salami, ham, pepperoni, provolone, and all the veggies he loved.
- At the ballgame, he opted for a bomber instead of a hot dog, it was an easier meal to eat while walking.
- The Italian deli on main street made their bombers with freshly baked rolls every morning to ensure the crispiest crust.
Synonyms
Meaning 2
A military aircraft that drops bombs during flight.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The bomber flew low over the enemy base, releasing its payload of explosives.
- The air force deployed a squadron of bombers to attack the enemy's strategic targets.
- The bomber's engines roared as it took off from the runway, carrying a deadly cargo.
- During World War II, bombers played a crucial role in the Allied victory, destroying key enemy installations.
- The stealth bomber's advanced design allowed it to evade radar detection and deliver its bombs with precision.