Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
melinite
noun
mel-uh-nahyt
Definition
Melinite is a type of explosive material that is a nitro compound of the aromatic hydrocarbon anthracene.
Examples
- Melinite is often mentioned in discussions about early 20th-century explosives.
- The military developed melinite during World War I to enhance their arsenal.
Meaning
It is used primarily in military applications due to its powerful explosive properties.
Synonyms
- High explosive
- Military explosive
- Anthracene derivative
