Zünder
derNoundetonator; fuse; igniter
English translations
- 01
igniter
- 02
detonator
Word details
- German meaning
- Ein Zünder ist ein Gerät, das eine Explosion auslöst, meist in Sprengstoffen oder Feuerwerkskörpern.
- English meaning
- A detonator is a device that triggers an explosion, usually in explosives or fireworks.
- Synonym
- Auslöser
- German example
- Der Zünder wurde fachgerecht an der Sprengladung befestigt.
- English example
- The detonator was professionally attached to the explosive charge.
- Type
- Noun
- Article
- der
- Singular Form
- der Zünder
- Plural Form
- die Zünder
Related words
- Anzünder
Lighter
- Initialzünder
A detonator is a small, highly explosive charge used to initiate a larger explosive charge.
- Handgranate
hand grenade
- Feuerzeug
Lighter
- Molotow-Cocktail
A Molotov cocktail is a homemade incendiary weapon, usually a glass bottle filled with gasoline with a burning rag as a fuse.
- Dieselmotor
Diesel engine
- Brandflasche
Molotov cocktail
- Sprengstoffgürtel
Suicide belt
- Sprengstoffweste
An explosive vest is a vest fitted with explosives and a detonator to trigger an explosion.
- Luntenspieß
Linstock
Example sentences with “Zünder”
Der Zünder wurde entfernt. (The detonator was removed.)
Frequently asked questions
What is the plural of Zünder?
The plural is 'die Zünder'. It is a masculine noun.