Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

bomber

noun
/ˈbɒmər/
Definition
A bomber is an aircraft designed to drop bombs on targets, especially during wartime.
Examples
  • The city was heavily bombed by enemy bombers during the conflict.
  • He wore a stylish bomber jacket that became popular in the 1980s.
  • In video games, the player often controls a bomber that drops explosives on opponents.
Meaning
In a broader sense, the term can also refer to a person or thing that causes destruction or damage.
Synonyms
  • aviator
  • destroyer
  • raider
  • attacker
  • bomber plane