letterbomb

/ˈlɛtərbɒm/

Definitions

1. noun

A bomb sent through the postal system, often used in a terrorist attack.

“The authorities warned of a possible letterbomb sent to a government official.”

2. verb

To send a bomb through the postal system, often used in a terrorist attack.

“The group was accused of letterbombing several government targets.”

Synonyms

  • mail bomb
  • postal bomb

Antonyms

  • letter
  • safe delivery