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E-bomb

E-bomb

9.9
A weapon that explodes in the air to stop electronic devices from working
  • noun
  • /ˈiːˌbɑːm/
  • Specialized
translation icon : bomba electromagnética
  • The military used an E-bomb to disable enemy radar systems without causing physical destruction.

Examples

  • Experts warn that an E-bomb could cripple communications infrastructure in seconds.

  • An E-bomb can disable enemy communications effectively.

  • Fears of an E-bomb attack have prompted governments to strengthen their cyber defenses.

  • The military tested a new type of E-bomb last week.

  • The military used an E-bomb to disable enemy radar systems without causing physical destruction.

  • Fears of an E-bomb attack have prompted governments to strengthen their cyber defenses.

  • Experts warn that an E-bomb could cripple communications infrastructure in seconds.

Synonyms

microwave bomb
vsE-bomb
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8.8

A weapon that explodes in the air to stop electronic devices from working without hurting people or buildings

has identical meaning but uses a different name

Surface Forms

E-bomb singular
E-bombs plural

Morphology

E-bomb = bomb (transparent) = e + bomb

The prefix 'e-' (electronic/electromagnetic) plus 'bomb' directly yields the meaning 'a bomb targeting electronic systems', which is derivable by most learners familiar with 'e-' items like 'email'.

Etymology

E-bomb combines the letter E- meaning 'electronic', as in email or e-commerce, with bomb, meaning an explosive device. So an E-bomb is a device that 'explodes' electromagnetic energy to stop electronics without hurting people or buildings.