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explosive /ex·plo·sive/ (ek-splo´siv) 1. pertaining to or occurring in a sudden violent burst. 2. tending to sudden violent outbursts. explosive substance used for causing explosions. They may be accessible to animals and cause poisoning. plastic explosive poisoning see cyclonite. Called also PE4. explosive Occupational safety A chemical that causes a sudden, virtually instantaneous release of pressure, gas, and heat when subjected to sudden shock, altered pressure, or high temperature; explosives seen in the context of terrorism or
violent acts include pipe bombs, hand-grenades, dynamite, detonators, C-4 plastic explosives Psychology See Explosive personality, Explosive syndrome. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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``Because when I said that, that was a high compliment because there's not too many players around the league that can have that type of explosiveness. In April we discussed plyometric exercises to help develop your lower-body strength, explosiveness, and speed. The drill incorporates many important fundamentals that are executed fast pace to accentuate quickness and explosiveness. |
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