Synonyms for

Grenade

Verb / grʌˈneɪd / Another word for grenade — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a small bomb thrown by hand or launched mechanically

Synonyms & similar words

bomb explosive shell missile projectile charge firebomb grenado thunderclap thunderbolt thunderstone thunderstroke thunderstrike thunderball thunderblast

Synonyms by register

Informal

pineapple bomb frag

Common collocations

  • throw a grenade
  • detonate a grenade
  • armed grenade
  • live grenade
  • grenade launcher
  • hand grenade
  • grenade casing

Word family

noun grenade

Usage note

A grenade is a small explosive device. It is typically thrown by hand or launched from a weapon.

Example sentences

  1. The soldier pulled the pin out of the grenade and threw it at the enemy.
  2. The police found a grenade in the suspect's backpack.
  3. The grenade exploded, causing damage to the building.
  4. The army used grenades to clear out the enemy's position.
  5. The terrorist threw a grenade at the crowded market.

Quotes

  • "I didn't throw the grenade to kill people, I threw it to save them." - Phan Thi Kim Phuc
  • "If you pull the pin on a grenade and throw it, you better damn well know where it's going to land." - Sergeant Joe B. Fricks
  • "Grenades do not explode when they hit a wall. They must hit the floor and then the wall to achieve the desired result." - John Steakley

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