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hand grenade

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noun
a grenade or explosive shell that is thrown by hand and exploded either by impact or by means of a fuze.
a grenade or glass missile containing a chemical, for extinguishing fire.
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Origin of hand grenade

First recorded in 1655–65
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British Dictionary definitions for hand grenade

hand grenade

noun
a small metal or plastic canister containing explosives, usually activated by a short fuse and used in close combat
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