detonator meaning

UK US /ˈdɛtəneɪtɚ/ 4 syllables

detonator (noun): a mechanical or electrical explosive device or a small amount of explosive; can be used to initiate the reaction of a disrupting explosive.

Definition of detonator

  1. a mechanical or electrical explosive device or a small amount of explosive; can be used to initiate the reaction of a disrupting explosive

    Synonyms: detonating device, cap

    Type of: explosive device

    Kinds: blasting cap, percussion cap

    Related forms: detonate

How to pronounce detonator

detonator is pronounced /ˈdɛtəneɪtɚ/ in American English. It has 4 syllables, with the stress on the first syllable.

Scrabble score: 10 (letter breakdown)

Word lists: words starting with DE · words ending in OR · 9-letter words

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