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Word: Napalm
Speech Type: Noun
Etymology:
1940s: from na(phthenic) and palm(itic acid)
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
ˈneɪpɑːm
Dialects: British English
Definition:
a highly flammable sticky jelly used in incendiary bombs and flame-throwers, consisting of petrol thickened with special soaps.
Short Definition:highly flammable sticky jelly used in incendiary bombs and flame-throwers
Word: Napalm
Speech Type: Verb
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
ˈneɪpɑːm
Dialects: British English
Definition:
attack with bombs containing napalm.
Short Definition:attack with bombs containing napalm
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