Dynamiter

Pronunciation: /ˈdaɪnəˌmaɪtər/

Definitions of dynamiter

noun a person who uses dynamite, especially for demolition or sabotage

Example Sentences

A1 The dynamiter blew up the old building with explosives.

A2 The police arrested the dynamiter before he could carry out his plan.

B1 The dynamiter was known for causing chaos and destruction in the city.

B2 The authorities were on high alert for any potential dynamiters planning attacks.

C1 The dynamiter was a master of creating intricate explosive devices.

C2 The investigation revealed a network of dynamiters operating in the region.

Examples of dynamiter in a Sentence

formal The dynamiter carefully placed the explosives in the designated areas.

informal The dynamiter set up the bombs like a pro.

slang The dynamiter blew up the place real good.

figurative She was a dynamiter in the business world, always shaking things up and making bold moves.

Grammatical Forms of dynamiter

• past tense: dynamited
• plural: dynamiters
• comparative: more dynamite
• superlative: most dynamite
• present tense: dynamites
• future tense: will dynamite
• perfect tense: has dynamited
• continuous tense: is dynamiting
• singular: dynamiter
• positive degree: dynamiter
• infinitive: to dynamite
• gerund: dynamiting
• participle: dynamiting

Origin and Evolution of dynamiter

First Known Use: 1882 year

Language of Origin: French

Story behind the word: The word 'dynamiter' originated from the French word 'dynamiteur', which is derived from the Greek word 'dynamis' meaning power or force.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to someone who uses dynamite for explosive purposes, the term 'dynamiter' has evolved to also include individuals who advocate or use violence for political purposes.