CEFR C2

back-blast

noun

Meaning

The dangerous discharge of hot gases and pressure expelled from the rear of a recoilless weapon or rocket launcher upon firing.

Examples

The operator warned everyone to clear the danger zone to avoid the lethal back-blast.
Engineers designed the new shoulder-fired system to minimize the back-blast signature.

Synonyms: exhaust, recoil, propulsion, venting

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back-blast (C2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈbæk.blæst/

Definition

The dangerous discharge of hot gases and pressure expelled from the rear of a recoilless weapon or rocket launcher upon firing.

Examples

The operator warned everyone to clear the danger zone to avoid the lethal back-blast.
Engineers designed the new shoulder-fired system to minimize the back-blast signature.

How to Use back-blast

back-blast area (collocation): The zone behind a weapon that is dangerous due to exhaust. — "Always check the back-blast area before firing."

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