napalm
noun/ˈneɪpɑm/
Frequency rank: #15,176 most common English word
Meaning
A highly flammable gel-like substance used as an incendiary weapon, especially in bombs or flamethrowers.
Example sentence
Soldiers in the war used napalm to set fire to dense jungle areas.
Synonyms & related words
- incendiary
- accelerant
- firebomb
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