explosives
Translation
explosives
Examples
The military uses powerful explosives.
The military uses powerful explosives.
They found explosives in the abandoned building.
They found explosives in the abandoned building.
Grammar Patterns
((explosives)) a substance that can cause an explosion The military uses powerful explosives.
Similar Words
Synonyms: dynamite, gunpowder, ammunition
Etymology
From Latin 'explodere' (to drive out by clapping), from 'ex-' (out) and 'plaudere' (to clap).
Memory Tips
Remember that 'explosives' are the things that cause an 'explosion'.