blaster

English

/ˈblɑːs.tə/, /ˈblæs.tɚ/

noun
Definitions
  • Anything that, or anyone who blasts.
  • A device to detonate an explosive, often consisting of a box with a handle to be pressed down.
  • (science fiction) An unspecified powerful hand weapon, usually one that fires an energy pulse or beam.
  • (golf) A sand wedge.

Etymology

Suffix from English blast (immature cell).

Origin

English

blast

Gloss

immature cell

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