IMPROVISEDEXPLOSIVEDEVICE

Improvised explosive device

An improvised explosive device is a homemade bomb constructed and deployed in ways other than in conventional military action. It may be constructed of conventional military explosives, such as an artillery round, attached to a detonating mechanism. Roadside bombs are a common use of IEDs.

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improvised explosive device

Noun

  1. an unconventional or amateur explosive weapon made from nonmilitary components, especially one used by guerillas, commandos or terrorists.


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