Firebomb (Noun)
Meaning
A bomb that is designed to start fires; is most effective against flammable targets (such as fuel).
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The enemy dropped a firebomb on the oil refinery, causing a massive blaze that engulfed the entire facility.
- The firebomb exploded on impact, sending flames shooting through the dry underbrush and igniting a devastating wildfire.
- During World War II, the Allies used firebombs to target German cities, causing widespread destruction and loss of life.
- The firebomb was designed to penetrate the fuel tank of the enemy's aircraft, causing a catastrophic explosion.
- In the war-torn city, the sound of firebombs exploding in the distance had become a constant and terrifying reminder of the ongoing conflict.