Fuzee (Noun)
Meaning 1
A friction match with a large head that will stay alight in the wind.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
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Meaning 2
A colored flare used as a warning signal by trucks and trains.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
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Meaning 3
Any igniter that is used to initiate the burning of a propellant.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The rocket's fuzee was triggered remotely to ignite the solid fuel propellant.
- The artillery shell's fuzee was set to detonate on impact, causing widespread destruction.
- In the chemistry lab, the instructor demonstrated how to use a fuzee to ignite the rocket propellant.
- The fireworks technician carefully inserted the fuzee into the aerial shell to ensure a precise ignition.
- The model rocket's fuzee was designed to burn for a specific duration, providing a controlled thrust.