stink bomb

American  

noun

1. a small bomb made to emit a foul smell on exploding.

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stink bomb British  

noun

1. a small glass globe, used by practical jokers: it releases a liquid with an offensive smell when broken

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Etymology

Origin of stink bomb

First recorded in 1910–15

Example Sentences

At the defence’s request, the judge granted permission for a video clip to be played, which appeared to show a zodiac-type speedboat sailing alongside a Japanese ship and firing a stink bomb.

From BBC • Sep. 4, 2024

But Wade’s withdrawal can’t cleanse the case of the stink bomb dropped into the proceedings by Roman and Trump.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 15, 2024

They're like idiot kids who set off a stink bomb at the school dance and then wonder why they aren't allowed to come to the next one.

From Salon • Aug. 17, 2021

Criticize the Mariners all you want about the on-field product over the years, and they have earned it with some stink bomb seasons, but they know how to make the home opener a show.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 31, 2020

I hear the stink bomb of a story.

From "The Truth as Told by Mason Buttle" by Leslie Connor