buzzbomb

/ˈbʌzbɒm/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of German World War II explosive bomb, typically dropped from a glider, equipped with a radio-controlled mechanism to explode near its target.

“The buzzbomb raids over London caused widespread destruction and terrorized the city’s residents.”

Synonyms

  • bomb
  • explosive
  • ordnance

Antonyms

  • decoy
  • dud