Gelignite
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈdʒɛlɪɡ.naɪt/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Gelignite is a noun meaning An explosive mixture of nitroglycerine and nitrate absorbed onto a base of wood pulp.
Meaning
An explosive mixture of nitroglycerine and nitrate absorbed onto a base of wood pulp.
Example Sentences
Three small gelignite bombs, with pocket watch timing devices, were concealed in packets small enough to fit through the slot of the standard cast-iron post box, the cylindrical bright red colored boxes so common throughout London.
Word Forms
- gelignites
Synonyms for gelignite
Depending on context, synonyms include gelly, jelly.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include gelly, lithofracteur, incendigel, igniter, dynamite, powder.
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