BOMBSHELL

bombshell

(noun) an explosive bomb or artillery shell

bombshell, thunderbolt, thunderclap

(noun) a shocking surprise; “news of the attack came like a bombshell”

bombshell

(noun) an entertainer who has a sensational effect; “she was a blonde bombshell”

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

bombshell (plural bombshells)

A bomb or artillery shell designed to explode on impact.

(figurative) Something that is very surprising, shocking, amazing or sensational.

(by extension) Someone who is very attractive; sex symbol.

Source: Wiktionary


Bomb"shell` (, n.

Definition: A bomb. See Bomb, n.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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