Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bomb-bay
Noun
/bɒm-beɪ/
Definition
A bomb-bay is a compartment in an aircraft designed for carrying bombs and other munitions.
Examples
- The bomber’s bomb-bay was filled with precision-guided munitions for the operation.
- After the bomb-bay doors opened, the payload was successfully deployed over the target.
- The design of the bomb-bay allows for quick access to the bombs during flight.
Meaning
The term ‘bomb-bay’ refers to the area within a bomber aircraft where bombs are stored and released during a mission.
Synonyms
- bomb compartment
- bomb storage area
- munition bay
