English Explanatory Dictionary

flamethrower

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A device that projects a flame for starting fires, and sometimes also additional fuel to help ignition. Used either as a weapon or a tool.
  2. Someone who is extremely good at throwing or shooting balls.

Pronunciation

/ˈfleɪmˌθɹəʊ.ə/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-flamethrower.wav /ˈfleɪmˌθɹoʊ.ɚ/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Wodencafe-flamethrower.wav

Word forms

flamethrower flamethrowers flame thrower flame-thrower

Etymology

From flame + thrower, calque of German Flammenwerfer.

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