Fae (Noun)
Meaning
A device consisting of a container of fuel and two explosive charges; the first charge bursts open the fuel container at a predetermined height and spreads the fuel in a cloud that mixes with atmospheric oxygen; the second charge detonates the cloud which creates an enormous blast wave and incinerates whatever is below.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The thermobaric bomb, also known as a fuel-air explosive or fae, is a type of explosive device that relies on atmospheric oxygen to generate its destructive power.
- A fuel-air explosive, or fae, device is designed to disperse a cloud of fuel that is then detonated by a secondary explosive charge.
- The fae device is typically dropped from an aircraft and detonates at a predetermined height above the target area.
- The blast wave generated by a fae can cause widespread destruction and is often used in military applications to clear large areas.
- The use of fae devices in combat has been criticized due to their indiscriminate nature and potential for causing civilian casualties.