bouncing betty
ریشه و کاربرد
ریشه
The term 'bouncing betty' originated during World War II and is believed to have been named after a popular flower called 'bouncing Bet' or 'soapwort'. The mine was given this name due to its ability to bounce before detonating.
مثال
- The soldiers were cautious while crossing the field, as they knew it was infested with bouncing betties.
- The enemy troops suffered heavy casualties due to the strategically placed bouncing betties.
- The army used bouncing betties as a defensive measure to protect their positions.
ترکیبهای رایج
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تعریف انگلیسی
noun
- an antipersonnel land mine