Meaning of the word flamethrower in English

What does flamethrower mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

flamethrower

US /ˈfleɪmˌθroʊ.ɚ/
UK /ˈfleɪmˌθrəʊ.ər/

Noun

a weapon that projects a stream of burning fuel

Example:
The soldiers used a flamethrower to clear the enemy bunker.
The movie featured a scene with a powerful flamethrower.