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napalm

noun [U]
 
 
/ˈneɪ.pɑːm/

Definition

a substance containing petrol that burns strongly and is used in bombs, especially to destroy areas of plants so that enemy soldiers cannot hideArms and munitions in generalBombs and missiles
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