grenade

[ɡrəˈneɪd]

grenade Definition

• 1. a small bomb thrown by hand or launched mechanically
• 2. a metal or plastic container filled with a gas, such as tear gas or a smoke-producing mixture, that is released when the container is thrown or burst

Using grenade: Examples

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

• Example

  The soldier threw a grenade into the enemy's bunker.

• Example

  The police used tear gas grenades to disperse the crowd.

• Example

  The grenade exploded, causing widespread damage to the building.

grenade Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for grenade

• bomb
• explosive
• missile
• shell

Phrases with grenade

• pull the pin on a grenade

  to remove the safety pin from a grenade in preparation for throwing it

  Example

  The soldier pulled the pin on the grenade and threw it at the enemy.

• hand grenade

  a grenade designed to be thrown by hand

  Example

  The soldier pulled out a hand grenade and threw it at the enemy.

• smoke grenade

  a grenade that releases smoke to provide cover or concealment

  Example

  The police used smoke grenades to obscure their movements during the operation.

Origins of grenade

from French 'grenade', meaning 'pomegranate' (due to the shape of early grenades)

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Summary: grenade in Brief

A 'grenade' [ɡrəˈneɪd] is a small bomb that can be thrown by hand or launched mechanically. It may contain gas, such as tear gas or smoke-producing mixtures, that is released when the container is thrown or burst. Examples include 'The soldier threw a grenade into the enemy's bunker.' and 'The police used tear gas grenades to disperse the crowd.' Phrases include 'pull the pin on a grenade,' 'hand grenade,' and 'smoke grenade.'