parcel bomb
Mailed explosive device
A parcel bomb is an explosive device concealed in a package and sent through the mail, designed to detonate when opened.
Also called a letter bomb or mail bomb when smaller.
The professor was injured when a parcel bomb exploded in his office.
- booby-trapConcealed device causing harm
- suspicious packagePotentially dangerous unidentified item
- forensic investigationScientific examination of crime evidence
- sabotageDeliberate disruption of operations
- postal serviceNational mail delivery system
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intent/outcome
parcel bombcare package
Supportive gift shipment
gift · present · birthday gift · gift basket · gift box
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