English Explanatory Dictionary

ton of TNT

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A unit of energy that is equivalent to 4.184 gigajoules; it is a convened-upon value representing the energy typically produced by one metric ton of TNT.
  2. Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see ton, of, TNT.

Word forms

ton of TNT tons of TNT

Etymology

Explained by the concept of TNT equivalent.

Synonyms

gigacalorie

Related words

ton of refrigeration
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