camouflet

/kæmjuːˈflɛt/

Definitions

1. noun

A small, often explosive, mine or charge, typically used for demolition, hidden or disguised in a way that makes it difficult to detect.

“The engineers used a camouflet to destroy the old building without causing damage to nearby structures.”

Synonyms

  • charge
  • explosive
  • mine

Antonyms

  • decoy
  • distraction