aerosol bomb

• Terme désuet pour une bombe aérosol, généralement un récipient sous pression contenant un gaz et un liquide pouvant être libérés sous forme de fine brume. Ce terme était plus courant au milieu du XXe siècle et a été largement remplacé par « bombe aérosol » ou « spray aérosol ».

An outdated term for an aerosol spray can, typically containing pressurized gas and liquid that can be released as a fine mist. The term was more common in the mid-20th century and has largely been replaced by 'aerosol can' or 'spray can'.

1. Pressurized containerB2formal

   A canister that releases a fine spray of liquid or powder when a button is pressed, using a propellant gas.

   bombe aérosol

   • She used an aerosol bomb to spray paint the wall.
   • The insecticide was sold in an aerosol bomb for easy application.
   • Aerosol bombs are often used for household cleaning products.

2. Historical military termC1formal

   A type of weapon that disperses chemical agents or biological materials in a fine mist over a wide area.

   bombe aérosol militaire

   • The military tested an aerosol bomb for dispersing tear gas.
   • Historical records mention the use of aerosol bombs in chemical warfare.
   • The aerosol bomb was designed to release a cloud of toxic substances.