Petard and Squib

Petard

Petard noun - An explosive device used to break down a gate or wall.
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Squib and petard are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Squib" instead a noun "Petard".

Squib

Squib noun - Firework consisting of a tube filled with powder (as a broken firecracker) that burns with a fizzing noise.

Petard and squib are semantically related. You can use "Petard" instead a noun "Squib".

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Squib and Petard. (2016). Retrieved 2026, August 01, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/petard/squib
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