Firebombing: meaning, definitions and examples

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firebombing

 

[ ˈfaɪərˌbɑːmɪŋ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

military tactic

Firebombing refers to the military tactic of dropping incendiary bombs on a target, often with the intention of causing widespread damage through fire. This method has been used in various conflicts throughout history, aimed at demoralizing the enemy and destroying infrastructure.

Synonyms

fire strike, incendiary bombing, napalm strike

Examples of usage

  • The city suffered extensive damage due to firebombing during the war.
  • Firebombing can lead to uncontrollable infernos in urban areas.
  • The airstrike was a firebombing raid targeting enemy supply lines.

Translations

Translations of the word "firebombing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 bombardeio incendiário

🇮🇳 आगबाज़ी

🇩🇪 Brandbombardement

🇮🇩 pemboman api

🇺🇦 вогнепальні бомбардування

🇵🇱 bombardowanie ogniem

🇯🇵 火炎爆撃

🇫🇷 bombardement incendiaire

🇪🇸 bombardeo incendiario

🇹🇷 ateş bombası

🇰🇷 화재 폭격

🇸🇦 قصف ناري

🇨🇿 ohnivý bombardování

🇸🇰 požiarne bombardovanie

🇨🇳 火焰轰炸

🇸🇮 ognjeni napad

🇮🇸 eldsneyð

🇰🇿 от шашу

🇬🇪 ცეცხლოვანი ბომბარდირება

🇦🇿 odluq bombası

🇲🇽 bombardeo incendiario

Word origin

The term 'firebombing' is derived from the combination of 'fire' and 'bombing', reflecting its dual nature of causing destruction through aerial bombardment with incendiary devices. The concept emerged prominently during World War II, when militaries on both sides utilized firebombing as a strategy to inflict damage on enemy cities and resources. One of the most notable instances of firebombing occurred in the bombing of Tokyo in 1945, where vast swathes of the city were ignited, resulting in significant loss of life and property. Since then, the term has been used in various military contexts and has evolved to include techniques employing advanced technology and precision targeting. The ethical implications of firebombing have also been debated, particularly in light of its devastating effects on civilian populations and urban infrastructures.