noun
- plural of fuze: devices that ignite explosives or detonate bombs, shells, or mines
Usage: military; technical
Examples
- The artillery shells were equipped with timed fuzes.
- Military engineers carefully installed the fuzes in the demolition charges.
- The bomb disposal team examined the fuzes before attempting to disarm the device.
- Different types of fuzes are used depending on the mission requirements.
- The fuzes were set to detonate after a specific delay.
- Safety protocols require proper handling of all fuzes and explosive materials.