Brisances

/brɪˈzɑnsɪz/ noun

Definition

Plural of brisance; multiple instances or measurements of explosive shattering force.

Etymology

The standard English plural of the French technical term 'brisance,' formed by adding the regular plural suffix '-s' (or '-es' in full form).

Kelly Says

When explosives engineers compare explosives, they might discuss different 'brisances'—it's specialized vocabulary that lets them measure how much damage an explosion does without being vague!

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