gelignite

[US]/ˈdʒɛlɪɡnaɪt/
[UK]/ˈdʒɛlɪɡnaɪt/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a type of explosive containing nitroglycerin; gelatin dynamite
Word Forms

Phrases & Collocations

gelignite blast

gelignite charge

gelignite explosives

gelignite container

gelignite mixture

gelignite safety

gelignite handling

gelignite storage

gelignite usage

gelignite detection

Example Sentences

gelignite is often used in construction for demolition purposes.

handling gelignite requires special training and precautions.

the police found gelignite at the suspect's hideout.

gelignite can be very dangerous if not stored properly.

during the training, they learned how to safely use gelignite.

the construction crew used gelignite to clear the site.

gelignite is more powerful than regular dynamite.

they packed the gelignite into small cartridges for easier handling.

explosives like gelignite require careful transportation.

gelignite has a long history of use in mining operations.

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