bomber

noun

bomb·​er ˈbä-mər How to pronounce bomber (audio)
1
: one that bombs
specifically : an airplane designed for bombing
2
3
: a skilled long-distance shooter in basketball

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The bombers are part of Russia's long-range aviation forces, capable of carrying out nuclear and conventional long-range strikes. Tommy Tuberville, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025 The crew was nevertheless able to make contact with a B-25 bomber sent to search for vessels despite the treacherous weather. David Wolman, Smithsonian Magazine, 8 Jan. 2025 He is asked by RAF Group Captain Lionel Mandrake — a voice of reason in the madness — to recall the B-52 bombers that will end civilization. Stephen Rodrick, Rolling Stone, 8 Jan. 2025 Bieber has embraced the tough look before, covering her black Alo set in a leather bomber and a black top handle bag. Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 6 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for bomber 

Word History

First Known Use

1862, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of bomber was in 1862

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“Bomber.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bomber. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.

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bomber

noun
bomb·​er ˈbäm-ər How to pronounce bomber (audio)
: one that bombs
especially : an airplane designed for dropping bombs
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