bombing Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun an attack by dropping bombs
    bombardment.
  2. noun the use of bombs for sabotage; a tactic frequently used by terrorists
  3. verb throw bombs at or attack with bombs
    bombard; bomb.
    • The Americans bombed Dresden
  4. verb fail to get a passing grade
    fail; flush it; bomb; flunk.
    • She studied hard but failed nevertheless
    • Did I fail the test?

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