melinite

Definition

1. Noun:
   • Explosive compound: "melinite" refers to a high explosive consisting mainly of picric acid, typically used in artillery shells. It is a yellow, crystalline substance.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The military developed melinite as a more powerful alternative to gunpowder. (A high-explosive compound used in warfare.)
  • Workers handling melinite must take precautions due to its instability. (The explosive nature of the substance requires safety measures.)

Advanced Usage

• "melinite shell": a type of artillery shell filled with melinite explosive.
  • The bombardment included several melinite shells, which caused extensive damage. (Shells containing melinite explosive.)

Variants and Related Words

• Melinitic (adj): relating to or containing melinite.
  • The melinitic charge was carefully measured for the test. (Pertaining to the explosive melinite.)

Synonyms

• Picric acid: the chemical compound (trinitrophenol) that forms the basis of melinite.
• Explosive: a substance that can cause a sudden, violent release of energy.

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