Bombardier

Pronunciation: /bɑːmbɑːrdiˈeɪ/

Definitions of bombardier

noun a person who operates a bomber aircraft

Example Sentences

A1 The bombardier dropped bombs on the enemy targets.

A2 The bombardier navigated the aircraft through enemy fire.

B1 The bombardier was responsible for releasing the bombs at the precise target coordinates.

B2 The skilled bombardier successfully hit all the designated targets with precision.

C1 The experienced bombardier led the squadron in a successful bombing mission.

C2 The renowned bombardier was known for their accuracy and efficiency in bombing runs.

Examples of bombardier in a Sentence

formal The bombardier was responsible for accurately releasing the bombs over the target area.

informal The bombardier nailed the target with precision.

slang That bombardier is a real pro at dropping bombs.

figurative Her words hit me like a bombardier dropping bombs from the sky.

Grammatical Forms of bombardier

• past tense: bombardiered
• plural: bombardiers
• comparative: more bombardier
• superlative: most bombardier
• present tense: bombardiers
• future tense: will bombardier
• perfect tense: have bombarded
• continuous tense: is bombarding
• singular: bombardier
• positive degree: bombardier
• infinitive: to bombardier
• gerund: bombardiering
• participle: bombardiered

Origin and Evolution of bombardier

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: French

Story behind the word: The word 'bombardier' originated from the French word 'bombardier', which was derived from the Old French word 'bombarder' meaning 'to bombard'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to soldiers responsible for operating bombards (cannons) during warfare, the term 'bombardier' evolved to also describe a crew member of an aircraft responsible for releasing bombs during aerial attacks.