English Explanatory Dictionary

semtex

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A highly malleable general-purpose plastic explosive.
verb
  1. To use semtex to destroy (something).

Pronunciation

/ˈsɛm.tɛks/

Word forms

semtex semtexes semtexing semtexed

Etymology

Genericized trademark Semtex, derived from the Czech name of the suburb of Pardubice where it was manufactured, Semtín, and ex(plosive).

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