Cherry Bomb

Pronunciation: /ˈʃɛri bɑm/

Definitions of cherry bomb

noun a type of firework that explodes with a loud bang and bright flash of light

Example Sentences

A1 I found a cherry bomb in the fireworks store.

A2 The kids were excited to light the cherry bomb on the Fourth of July.

B1 The cherry bomb exploded with a loud bang, startling everyone nearby.

B2 He carefully lit the fuse of the cherry bomb, making sure to stand back.

C1 The cherry bomb was banned in many states due to its potential danger.

C2 The expert pyrotechnician knew how to safely handle a cherry bomb during the show.

Examples of cherry bomb in a Sentence

formal The cherry bomb exploded with a loud bang, causing damage to the surrounding area.

informal We set off a cherry bomb in the backyard and it was so loud!

slang That cherry bomb was lit, it made everyone jump!

figurative Her words were like a cherry bomb, explosive and impactful.

Grammatical Forms of cherry bomb

• past tense: cherry bombed
• plural: cherry bombs
• comparative: more cherry bomb
• superlative: most cherry bomb
• present tense: cherry bombs
• future tense: will cherry bomb
• perfect tense: has cherry bombed
• continuous tense: is cherry bombing
• singular: cherry bomb
• positive degree: cherry bomb
• infinitive: to cherry bomb
• gerund: cherry bombing
• participle: cherry bombed

Origin and Evolution of cherry bomb

First Known Use: 1929 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The term 'cherry bomb' originated in the United States in the early 20th century.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe a small explosive device shaped like a cherry, the term 'cherry bomb' later evolved to refer to a type of firework known for its loud bang and bright flash of light.