detonator

English

/ˈdɛt.ə.neɪ.tə(ɹ)/

noun
Definitions
  • A device used to detonate an explosive device etc.
  • (rail transport) a small explosive device attached to the railhead to provide an audible warning when a train passes over it.
  • (archaic) Any explosive whose action is practically instantaneous.
  • (obsolete) A gun fired by a percussion cap.

Etymology

Suffix from English detonate.

Origin

English

detonate

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