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backblast

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun backblast has 1 sense
  1. backblast, back-blast - backfire from a recoilless weapon
    --1 is a kind of backfire

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Term: Backblast

Description:

Backblast refers to the blast of hot gases and debris expelled from the rear of a firearm or rocket launcher when it is discharged. It can also represent the pressure wave created by this explosion. Additionally, backblast is used to describe the reversed airflow that occurs behind a moving vehicle, especially in aviation.

Sample Sentences:

1. The soldier was careful to warn his comrades about the backblast before firing the rocket launcher.

2. The powerful backblast of the cannon knocked the soldier off balance.

3. Pilots need to be aware of the potential dangers of backblast when flying in close formation.

4. The backblast from the fighter jet sent papers flying in all directions.

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