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back-blast

/ˈbæk.blæst/

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noun

/ˈbæk.blæst/C1formaltechnical
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее опасную обратную вспышку или взрывной выброс из безоткатного оружия, такого как ракетная установка или базука.

A noun referring to the dangerous backfire or explosive discharge from a recoilless weapon, such as a rocket launcher or bazooka.

  1. Weapon backfireC1formaltechnical

    The dangerous burst of hot gas and debris that is expelled from the rear of a recoilless rifle or rocket launcher when it is fired.

    ruОбратная вспышка

    • The soldier was injured by the back-blast from the rocket launcher.
    • A clear area behind the weapon is essential to avoid back-blast injuries.
    • The training emphasized the importance of staying clear of the back-blast zone.
Forms
  • back-blasts plural form
  • back-blasts' possessive plural form
  • back-blast's possessive singular form