shrapnel
What is another word for shrapnel? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — Metal fragments or fragments thrown out by an exploding shell, bomb, or mine.
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How to use shrapnel
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
shrapnel wound
piece of shrapnel
pocketful of shrapnel
Etymology
Named after British army officer Henry Shrapnel (1761-1842), who invented an artillery shell designed to scatter bullets over a wide area before impact.
Full origin of shrapnel →Frequently asked questions
What does “shrapnel” mean?
The word “shrapnel” means metal fragments or fragments thrown out by an exploding shell, bomb, or mine. In plain terms, sharp metal fragments from an explosion, or, informally, a pocketful of loose coins.
How do you pronounce “shrapnel”?
“Shrapnel” is pronounced SHRAP-nuhl (/ˈʃɹæpnəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “shrapnel” in a sentence?
Here is “shrapnel” used in a sentence: “Doctors spent hours removing shrapnel from the soldier's leg.”
What part of speech is “shrapnel”?
“Shrapnel” is a noun.
Where does the word “shrapnel” come from?
The word “shrapnel” dates back to around 1761. Named after British army officer Henry Shrapnel (1761-1842), who invented an artillery shell designed to scatter bullets over a wide area before impact.
Is “shrapnel” a common word?
“Shrapnel” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “shrapnel” have?
“Shrapnel” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: metal fragments or fragments thrown out by an exploding shell, bomb, or mine.
