pipe bomb

noun

1. a small homemade bomb typically contained in a metal pipe.

pipe bomb

noun

1. a small explosive device hidden in a pipe or drain, detonated by means of a timer

Word History and Origins

Origin of pipe bomb¹

First recorded in 1965–70

Example Sentences

In his call to authorities about the mosque, he claimed that he had an illegally modified AR-15, a Glock 17 pistol, pipe bombs and Molotov cocktails.

From Los Angeles Times

Capitol was attacked by Mr. Trump’s supporters, who were seeking to overturn his election defeat, a pipe bomb was discovered at the R.N.C.’s headquarters.

From New York Times

Corderman noted before the vote that his own father was a Maryland judge who survived an explosion from pipe bombs sent to his home in 1989.

From Seattle Times

It remains unclear whether there was a connection between the pipe bombs and the riot.

From Seattle Times

And in April this year, a man reportedly frustrated by his failed political ambitions attempted to kill Prime Minister Fumio Kishida with a pipe bomb.

From Washington Times