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Bombardier: meaning, definitions and examples

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bombardier

 

[ bɒmˈbɑːr.dɪr ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

military role

A bombardier is a military officer whose primary responsibility is to aim and release bombs from an aircraft. This role is crucial in aerial bombardment missions during warfare.

Synonyms

airman, aviator, bomber

Examples of usage

  • The bombardier skillfully guided the plane over enemy territory.
  • During the air raid, the bombardier was tasked with destroying the enemy's supply depot.
  • In World War II, bombardiers played a key role in precision bombing missions.
Context #2 | Noun

transport

Bombardier is also the name of a Canadian multinational aerospace and transportation company, known for its aircraft and rail transport products.

Synonyms

aerospace manufacturer, transport company

Examples of usage

  • The Bombardier company manufactured a new line of regional jets.
  • Many train systems operate Bombardier-made carriages.
  • Bombardier has been a leader in the aviation industry for decades.

Translations

Translations of the word "bombardier" in other languages:

🇵🇹 bombardeiro

🇮🇳 बमबारी करने वाला

🇩🇪 Bombardier

🇮🇩 pengebom

🇺🇦 бомбардувальник

🇵🇱 bombowiec

🇯🇵 爆撃機

🇫🇷 bombardier

🇪🇸 bombardero

🇹🇷 bombardıman uçağı

🇰🇷 폭격기

🇸🇦 قاذفة

🇨🇿 bombardér

🇸🇰 bombardér

🇨🇳 轰炸机

🇸🇮 bombarder

🇮🇸 sprengjuflugvél

🇰🇿 бомбалаушы

🇬🇪 ბომბარდირი

🇦🇿 bombardman

🇲🇽 bombardero

Etymology

The term 'bombardier' originates from the French word 'bombardier', which means 'one who throws bombs'. The word itself is derived from 'bomber', a term that refers to the medieval siege machine called a 'bombarde'. In military contexts, the designation became formally recognized in the 20th century during World War I, when the role of the bombardier was first defined in aviation. Bombardiers were essential in the strategic bombing campaigns of World War II, playing a critical role in directing strikes against enemy positions. The term evolved to not only describe military personnel but also became associated with the Bombardier company, known for producing aircraft and trains, thus linking the word to both military and civilian aerospace industries.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,469 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.