Detonating device and Detonator

Detonating device

Detonating device noun - A mechanical or electrical explosive device or a small amount of explosive; can be used to initiate the reaction of a disrupting explosive.

Detonator is a synonym for detonating device. In some cases you can use "Detonator" instead a noun phrase "Detonating device".

Detonator

Detonator noun - A mechanical or electrical explosive device or a small amount of explosive; can be used to initiate the reaction of a disrupting explosive.
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Synonyms for Detonator

Detonating device is a synonym for detonator. You can use "Detonating device" instead a noun "Detonator".

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