Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mulher-bomba
Noun
/muˈleʁ ˈbõ.bɐ/
Definition
A term used in Portuguese to refer to a woman who participates in a suicide bombing.
Examples
- The news reported a tragic event involving a mulher-bomba in the region.
- In some narratives, the mulher-bomba is depicted as a symbol of misguided loyalty.
Meaning
The phrase ‘mulher-bomba’ literally translates to ‘woman bomb’ in English. It often denotes a female suicide bomber, typically used in a military or terrorist context.
Synonyms
- suicide bomber
- female militant