Molotov
0 antonyms and opposites of Molotov, grouped by meaning.
Noun — Short for Molotov cocktail — a crude homemade bomb made from a bottle filled with flammable liquid and lit with a rag fuse.
Etymology
Named after the Soviet foreign minister Vyacheslav Molotov — the Finns coined the term mockingly during the 1939-40 Winter War.
Full origin of Molotov →Frequently asked questions
What does “Molotov” mean?
The word “Molotov” means short for Molotov cocktail — a crude homemade bomb made from a bottle filled with flammable liquid and lit with a rag fuse. In plain terms, a homemade firebomb, or the act of throwing one.
How do you pronounce “Molotov”?
“Molotov” is pronounced MO-luh-tov (/ˈmɑ.lə.tɑv/ in IPA).
How do you use “Molotov” in a sentence?
Here is “Molotov” used in a sentence: “Protesters hurled molotovs at the barricade.”
What part of speech is “Molotov”?
Depending on how it is used, “Molotov” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “Molotov” come from?
The word “Molotov” dates back to around 1939. Named after the Soviet foreign minister Vyacheslav Molotov — the Finns coined the term mockingly during the 1939-40 Winter War.
Is “Molotov” a common word?
“Molotov” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Molotov” have?
“Molotov” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: short for Molotov cocktail — a crude homemade bomb made from a bottle filled with flammable liquid and lit with a rag fuse.