smoke bomb

noun

1. a bomb that produces a continuous discharge of smoke rather than an explosion, used to mark a target for aerial attack, indicate wind direction, produce a smoke screen, etc.

smoke bomb

noun

1. a device that emits large quantities of smoke when ignited

Word History and Origins

Origin of smoke bomb¹

First recorded in 1915–20

Example Sentences

As Timbers supporters let loose green smoke bombs and delighted in the stands, the visitor’s remained calm in the wild atmosphere of 25,218 people.

From Seattle Times

Forces also threw smoke bombs, dispersing the crowd.

From Seattle Times

Warnings have been issued, sniffer dogs deployed but the flares and smoke bombs persist.

From BBC

Sounders supporters have released green and blue smoke bombs and had drum lines provide the beat back to the locker rooms for players before big matches.

From Seattle Times

The Chanel store was robbed in February when a group of juveniles stormed the entrance and set off a smoke bomb before making off with thousands in goods.

From Washington Times