Detonator

Pronunciation

• UK IPA: /ˈdÉ›t.É™.neɪ.tÉ™(ɹ)/, /ˈdÉ›tnÌ©eɪ.tÉ™(ɹ)/

Origin

detonate + -or

Noun

1. A device used to detonate an explosive device etc.
2. (rail transport, UK) a small explosive device attached to the railhead to provide an audible warning when a train passes over it.

Synonyms

• (rail transport) torpedo US

Related terms

• detonate
• detonation

Anagrams

• rattooned