shellblow

/ˈʃɛlblaʊ/

Definitions

1. noun

A sudden and violent explosion, especially one caused by a shell bursting in mid-air.

“The loud shellblow startled the nearby villagers.”

2. verb

To cause a shell to burst in mid-air, resulting in a sudden and violent explosion.

“The fighter jet shellblowed the enemy position, causing chaos.”

Synonyms

  • explosion
  • shellburst

Antonyms

  • collapse
  • implosion