Phrase guide

bomb squad

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A division of a police force or the military responsible for safely defusing or detonating hazardous explosive devices.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: bomb disposal unit, EOD

Antonyms: none provided

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noun

Meaning 2

A group of players who are deemed surplus to requirements by the club and are excluded from the first-team squad training.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: ball-games, games, hobbies, lifestyle, soccer, sports

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Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

From bomb + squad.