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thermobaric bomb

/ˌθɜːrmoʊˈbærɪk bɒm/

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/ˌθɜːrmoʊˈbærɪk bɒm/C1formaltechnical
  • ruТип взрывного оружия, использующего кислород из окружающего воздуха для создания высокотемпературного взрыва, порождающего мощную ударную волну, часто применяемого в военных целях.

A type of explosive weapon that uses oxygen from the surrounding air to generate a high-temperature explosion, producing a powerful blast wave, often used in military contexts.

  1. C2formal

    A type of explosive weapon that uses oxygen from the surrounding air to generate a high-temperature explosion, creating a powerful blast wave.

    ruТермобарическая бомба

    • The military deployed a thermobaric bomb to destroy the underground bunker.
    • Thermobaric bombs are particularly effective in enclosed spaces.
    • The use of thermobaric bombs in populated areas is highly controversial.