Improvised Explosive Device (Noun)
Meaning
An explosive device that is improvised.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The bomb squad was called in to disarm the improvised explosive device found in the abandoned building.
- In recent years, troops have suffered heavy casualties due to the widespread use of improvised explosive devices by enemy combatants.
- A roadside improvised explosive device exploded as the convoy passed by, causing significant damage to the vehicles.
- The police were on high alert after receiving a tip about a possible improvised explosive device planted in the city square.
- Forensic experts were able to reconstruct the improvised explosive device used in the attack, leading them to the suspect's hideout.