noun🔗ShareA device used to detonate an explosive device etc."The police found several detonators near the construction site, raising concerns about potential danger. "devicemilitaryweapontechnicalmachineChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareA small explosive device attached to the railhead to provide an audible warning when a train passes over it."Railway workers placed detonators on the track to warn of an approaching train. "technicalvehiclesignaldevicesoundindustryChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareAny explosive whose action is practically instantaneous."The construction crew used detonators to safely trigger the controlled demolition of the old building. "materialweaponmilitarytechnicalChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareA gun fired by a percussion cap."Hunters use detonators to trigger traps in the forest, ensuring a loud noise scares away animals. "weaponmilitarydeviceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
