Definition
detonative
adjective
- relating to or capable of causing a detonation; explosive
Usage: technical; often used in chemistry and engineering contexts
Examples
- The detonative properties of the compound made it unsuitable for storage in standard containers.
- Engineers studied the detonative behavior of the new explosive material.
- The detonative charge was carefully measured to ensure precise demolition.
- Safety protocols were established for handling detonative substances.
- The research focused on reducing the detonative sensitivity of the mixture.