flash-bang

English

noun
Definitions
  • A hand grenade that produces a very bright flash and a loud explosion, but no shrapnel and minimal explosive force, to disorient the target.

Etymology

Compound from English flash + English bang (forelock).

Origin

English

bang

Gloss

forelock

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