Ied (Noun)
Meaning
An explosive device that is improvised.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The soldier's job was to detect and disarm ieds in the conflict zone.
- Security experts warned that ieds could be easily hidden in crowded areas.
- The vehicle was destroyed by an ied that had been planted on the roadside.
- Inspecting for ieds was a crucial part of the reconstruction team's daily routine.
- Civilians often were caught in the crossfire, victimized by crude ieds set up randomly.