Vocabulary Entry

unexploded

|adjective

adjective

Not having exploded; typically used to describe ordnance, such as bombs or shells, that have failed to detonate.

Example Sentences

"The unexploded bomb was safely disarmed by the specialists."

"Residents were warned to stay away from the area where the unexploded shell was found."

"Unexploded devices can pose significant risks to the public until they are properly handled."