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Definitions for: Detonator [n] a mechanical or electrical explosive device or a small amount of explosive; can be used to fire an explosive charge
Webster (1913) Definition: Det"o*na`tor (d[e^]t"[-o]*n[=a]`t[~e]r), n.
One who, or that which, detonates.
Det"o*na`tor, n.
One that detonates; specif.:
(a) An explosive whose action is practically instantaneous.
(b) Something used to detonate a charge, as a detonating
fuse.
(c) A case containing detonating powder, the explosion of
which serves as a signal, as on railroads.
(d) A gun fired by a percussion cap. [Obs.]
Synonyms: cap, detonating device
See Also: blasting cap, explosive device, percussion cap
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