Flash-bang
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Flash-bang is a noun meaning A hand grenade that produces a very bright flash and a loud explosion, but no shrapnel and minimal explosive force, to disorient the target.
Meaning
A hand grenade that produces a very bright flash and a loud explosion, but no shrapnel and minimal explosive force, to disorient the target.
More Meanings
- A sudden bright flash of light.
- Alternative form of flashbang.
Example Sentences
As evening begins here in Washington, police are firing tear gas, deploying flash-bangs to disperse peaceful protests near the White House.
Word Forms
- flash-bangs
- flashbang
- flash-banging
- flash-banged
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include flashbang, flash, flash-ball, thunderflash, flashgun, flashing.
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