hiroshima

/hɪrəʊˈʃɪmə/

Definitions

1. noun

A city in southwestern Japan on the island of Honshu; it was the site of the first atomic bomb dropped in history (1945).

“The visit to Hiroshima was a poignant reminder of the devastating effects of nuclear warfare.”

2. proper noun

A city in Japan.

“Hiroshima is known for its beautiful parks and gardens.”

3. verb

to drop an atomic bomb on (a city or target).

“The city was hiroshimad by the enemy forces during the war.”

Synonyms

  • bombing
  • nagasaki

Antonyms

  • peaceful
  • unscathed