Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bomblet
noun
/ˈbɒm.lɪt/
Definition
A small bomb that is usually released from a larger weapon or munition.
Examples
- The military dropped thousands of bomblets over the area during the air strike.
- Some bomblets can remain unexploded and pose a hazard long after the conflict has ended.
- Each bomblet is capable of causing significant damage to both personnel and equipment.
Meaning
Bomblets are miniature explosives that are typically deployed in clusters, often causing widespread damage upon detonation.
Synonyms
- submunition
- miniature bomb
- explosive shell
