bombshell

/ˌbɑmˈʃɛl/
/ˈbɒmʃɛl/
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Other forms: bombshells

Definitions of bombshell
  1. noun
    an explosive bomb or artillery shell
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    type of:
    bomb
    an explosive device fused to explode under specific conditions
  2. noun
    a shocking surprise
    “news of the attack came like a bombshell”
    synonyms: thunderbolt, thunderclap
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    type of:
    surprise
    a sudden unexpected event
  3. noun
    an entertainer who has a sensational effect
    “she was a blonde bombshell”
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    type of:
    entertainer
    a person who tries to please or amuse
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