Explosif
Example: Les matériaux explosifs doivent être manipulés avec une grande prudence.
Definition
"Explosif" refers to materials or substances that can cause a sudden and violent release of energy, often resulting in an explosion. This term is commonly used to describe items that are highly reactive and must be handled with extreme care to prevent accidents.
Etymology
The word "explosif" comes from the Latin verb 'explodere,' meaning 'to drive out by clapping or shouting.' Over time, it evolved in French to describe substances capable of a sudden and forceful release of energy. Did you know? The root reflects the loud noise often accompanying explosions.
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"Explosif" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (C1) - set 2", containing 116 commonly used words.
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