sofar bomb en · NOUN
Meanings
- A device (usually an imploding metal sphere or an explosive charge fuzed to explode at depth) which sinks in the ocean and creates a loud, low-frequency sound when it enters the sofar channel; used to determine the location of sunken vessels.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| SOFAR bomb | alternative | lexicographic | |
| sofar bombs | Number=Plur | lexicographic |