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Detonator Definition & Meaning

detonator
noun
  1. a mechanical or electrical explosive device or a small amount of explosive; can be used to initiate the reaction of a disrupting explosive

"Detonator" in song lyrics

See how detonator is used in real songs:

  • "Leave a treacherous crater with a push of this detonator"
    Army of the Pharaohs — Swords Drawn
  • "Volts from that generator blow the detonator"
    Edan — Rock and Roll
  • "To every bomb there's a detonator"
    Hell Razah — Selah (A Thug's Prayer)

Usage tips for "detonator"

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Frequently asked questions

What does detonator mean?
a mechanical or electrical explosive device or a small amount of explosive; can be used to initiate the reaction of a disrupting explosive
What part of speech is detonator?
Detonator is a noun.

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