high explosive
Americannoun
noun
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Etymology
Origin of high explosive
First recorded in 1875–80
Example Sentences
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The site figured in Iran’s earlier plans to develop a high explosive charge that could be used to set off a nuclear explosion.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 25, 2026
Camp Pendleton advised nearby residents that there will be live-fire training with high explosive munitions through Sunday, which will result in some roads on base being closed.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 15, 2025
The company's Facebook page says it manufactures "various high explosive compositions and specialty products" for the US Department of Defense as well as US industrial markets.
From Barron's ● Oct. 10, 2025
Gordon was told to drive a three-tonne truck loaded with three quarters of a tonne of high explosive shells and 200 gallons of petrol.
From BBC ● Jun. 4, 2024
Beyond that range up to the average range, trench mortars which "lobbed" a charge of high explosive from trench to trench could be used.
From The Story of the Great War, Volume I (of 8) Introductions; Special Articles; Causes of War; Diplomatic and State Papers by Allen L. (Allen Leon) Churchill
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