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Firebomb
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fyrbom
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Simple meaning
What does Firebomb mean?
A weapon meant to start a fire.
Dictionary definition
A weapon designed to start a fire; also to attack using such a weapon.
Example sentences
Firebomb in a sentence
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The report mentioned damage from a firebomb.
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The class discussed the word firebomb only in a historical safety context.
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Firebomb is a serious word connected with violence and should not be treated as play.
Synonyms
Words like Firebomb
incendiary weaponA weapon designed to start fire.
fireRelated word that supports the meaning of firebomb.
Antonyms
Opposite words
peace offeringAn action meant to show peace.
opposite ideaA contrasting idea to firebomb, depending on context.
Word family
Firebomb word family
Base word
firebomb
noun
firebombs
More than one firebomb.
verb
firebombed
Past form of firebomb.
verb
firebombing
Action form of firebomb.
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Practice 1
What does firebomb mean?
Firebomb means a weapon meant to start a fire.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to firebomb?
Incendiary Weapon is close in meaning to firebomb in the right context.
Practice 3
Which word is an antonym of firebomb?
Peace Offering contrasts with firebomb.
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