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Definition of flamethrower

flamethrower

/ˈfleɪmˌθroʊ.ər/
flame · throw · er
Plural:flamethrowers
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flamethrower Lexical Profile

flamethrower Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A mechanical device or weapon designed to project a long, controllable stream of ignited flammable liquid or gas, used in military operations, controlled agricultural burns, and special effects.

Example

"The forestry crew used a specialized flamethrower to conduct a controlled burn and clear dry brush along the firebreak."

2

North American In baseball, a pitcher who throws the ball with exceptionally high velocity.

Example

"The team called up a young flamethrower from the minor leagues whose fastball regularly exceeds a hundred miles per hour."

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• Nearby Words

flameproof
flameproofing
flamer
flamethrower
flaming
flamingo
flamingo flower

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in 1915 during World War I as a direct translation (calque) of the German compound word Flammenwerfer.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Flamethrower. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/flamethrower
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