grenade

The word “grenade” means a small explosive device, thrown by hand or fired from a launcher, designed to burst apart on impact or after a timed fuse. In plain terms, a small hand-thrown or launched bomb.

“Grenade” is pronounced gruh-NAYD (/ɡɹəˈneɪd/ in IPA).

Here is “grenade” used in a sentence: “The soldier pulled the pin and threw the grenade over the wall.”

Depending on how it is used, “grenade” can be a noun and a verb.

The word “grenade” comes from French. From French grenade, originally meaning "pomegranate" — early grenades were named for their shape and for bursting into fragments like pomegranate seeds. It shares this root with the word "garnet.".

“Grenade” is an uncommon word in modern English.

“Grenade” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a small explosive device, thrown by hand or fired from a launcher, designed to burst apart on impact or after a timed fuse.

A grenade is a small explosive device designed to be thrown by hand or fired from a launcher, meant to burst apart on impact or after a timed fuse. A bomb is a broader term covering explosive devices of many sizes, including much larger ones that are planted, dropped, or detonated remotely rather than thrown.

Yes, "grenade" can be used informally as a verb meaning to attack or destroy something with a grenade or grenades. This usage is less common than the noun form and typically appears in military or gaming contexts.

A grenade is a small hand-thrown or launcher-fired device meant for close-range use, while a missile is a much larger, often self-propelled and guided weapon designed to travel long distances. Grenades rely on a person's throw or a simple launcher, whereas missiles use their own propulsion and guidance systems.