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雷管 — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • detonator noun A small device used to trigger the explosion of a larger explosive charge.
  • primer noun A short introductory book or guide covering the basics of a subject.

Senses

雷管 is used for these senses in English:

  • detonator A device used to detonate an explosive device etc.
  • primer Any substance or device, such as priming wire or blasting cap, used to ignite gunpowder or other explosive.

primer — full definition

  1. noun A short introductory book or guide covering the basics of a subject.
  2. noun A substance applied as a base coat before paint, to help it stick and look even.
  3. noun A device or charge used to set off an explosive.

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