smoke-bomb
Definition
Noun: - A device that produces smoke: "smoke-bomb" refers to a canister or container that, when ignited, releases a large amount of smoke, often used for military signaling, theatrical effects, or as a prank.
Usage Examples
- (A device used for military concealment.)
- (A device used for theatrical atmosphere.)
- (A device used for a joke or annoyance.)
Advanced Usage
"to pop a smoke-bomb": to ignite or activate a smoke-bomb.
- He popped a smoke-bomb to signal the start of the race. (He activated it to create smoke.)
"smoke-bomb effect": the visual or practical result of a smoke-bomb being used.
- The smoke-bomb effect was so thick that visibility dropped to zero. (The result was dense smoke.)
Variants and Related Words
Smoke (n): a visible suspension of carbon or other particles in the air, typically produced by burning.
- The smoke from the fire drifted across the field. (The visible particles from burning.)
Bomb (n): a container filled with explosive or incendiary material.
- The bomb was defused before it could explode. (An explosive device.)
Synonyms
- Smoke canister: a container that releases smoke when activated.
- Smoke grenade: a military device that emits smoke, often used for signaling or concealment.
Related Idioms
- No direct idioms: "smoke-bomb" is a technical or specific term and does not commonly appear in idiomatic expressions. However, related idioms about smoke include:
- "Where there's smoke, there's fire": indicating that rumors or signs often point to a real problem.
- The scandal was denied, but where there's smoke, there's fire. (The rumors likely have some truth.)
Phrasal Verbs
- No phrasal verbs directly associated with "smoke-bomb": the term is a compound noun and is not used as a verb.