bombardier

[bɒmbəˈdɪə(r)]

bombardier Definition

  • 1a member of a bomber crew responsible for sighting and releasing bombs
  • 2a person who operates a bombard or artillery gun

Using bombardier: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "bombardier" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The bombardier released the bombs over the target.

  • Example

    The artillery bombardier aimed the gun at the enemy position.

  • Example

    He served as a bombardier during World War II.

bombardier Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for bombardier

Phrases with bombardier

  • the bombardier in the lead aircraft of a bomber formation, responsible for leading the bombing run

    Example

    As the lead bombardier, he had to make sure the bombs hit the target accurately.

  • the most experienced bombardier in a bomber crew, responsible for training and supervising other bombardiers

    Example

    He was promoted to master bombardier after demonstrating exceptional skills and leadership.

  • naval bombardier

    a bombardier in the navy, responsible for aiming and firing naval guns

    Example

    The naval bombardier directed the fire of the ship's guns against enemy targets.

Origins of bombardier

from French 'bombardier', meaning 'artilleryman'

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Summary: bombardier in Brief

A 'bombardier' [bɒmbəˈdɪə(r)] is a member of a bomber crew who sights and releases bombs or a person who operates a bombard or artillery gun. Examples include 'The bombardier released the bombs over the target.' and 'He served as a bombardier during World War II.' Phrases like 'lead bombardier' and 'master bombardier' denote specific roles within a bomber crew.