Schrapnell — meaning in English

English meaning

• shrapnel noun Metal fragments or fragments thrown out by an exploding shell, bomb, or mine.

Senses

Schrapnell is used for these senses in English:

• shrapnel (military, historical) The bullets or balls from the aforementioned type of artillery shell.
• shrapnel (military) Any shot, fragments, or debris thrown out by an exploding shell, bomb, or landmine.

shrapnel — full definition

1. noun Metal fragments or fragments thrown out by an exploding shell, bomb, or mine.
2. noun Loose change or small coins (informal).

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