noun
- a small bomb that is thrown by hand or launched from a rifle
- a round fruit with a tough reddish skin, sweet red seeds, and juice inside
Usage: military term
Usage: also called pomegranate; often shortened to pomegranate in modern usage
Examples
- The soldier threw a grenade across the battlefield.
- Hand grenades are standard equipment for infantry units.
- The grenade exploded seconds after impact.
- She peeled open a grenade and ate the juicy seeds.
- Grenades are rich in antioxidants and vitamin C.
- The chef used grenade juice in the salad dressing.