propellant explosive

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Noun propellant explosive has 1 sense

propellant explosive, impulse explosive - an explosive that is used to propel projectiles form guns or to propel rockets and missiles or to launch torpedos and depth charges
--₁ is a kind of explosive

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Propellant Explosive

Description:

A propellant explosive is a substance used to produce a controlled release of energy, typically in the form of gases, to propel a projectile or power an engine.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun:

A type of explosive material specifically designed to provide the necessary thrust for propulsion.

Related Words: rocket

Example Sentence:

The space shuttle's propellant explosive enabled it to escape Earth's gravitational pull.

Sense 2:

Noun:

A substance, often a mixture of fuels and oxidizers, used in ammunition to generate the necessary force to project a bullet or projectile from a firearm.

Related Words: ammunition

Example Sentence:

The infantry relied on the propellant explosive in their rifles to accurately shoot their targets.

Sense 3:

Adjective:

Referring to something explosive in nature, particularly in reference to its ability to generate propulsion.

Example Sentence:

The propellant explosive reaction created a powerful burst of energy, propelling the vehicle forward at high speeds.