Bumblebomb

/ˈbʌmbəlˌbɑm/ noun

Definition

A bomb or explosive device, possibly one that is unreliable or wobbles like a bumblebee, or a term used in military or gaming contexts.

Etymology

A compound word combining 'bumblebee' or 'bumble' (to stumble) with 'bomb,' created for humorous or fictional purposes in modern English.

Kelly Says

Whether it's a video game weapon or a silly portmanteau, 'bumblebomb' captures English's endless ability to stack words together to mean 'something explosive that's kind of uncontrolled.'

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