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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Petard and detonator are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Petard" instead a noun "Detonator".
Petard
Petard noun - An explosive device used to break down a gate or wall.
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Petard and Detonator. (2016). Retrieved 2026, August 01, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/detonator/petard
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