a powerful explosive charge that is dropped from a ship or airplane and explodes under water: used esp. against submarines
depth charge
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depth charge
noun
A charge designed for detonation at a preset depth under water, used especially against submarines. Also called depth bomb .
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Noun
(plural depth charges)
- A form of bomb that is designed to detonate at a certain depth underwater for the purposes of attacking a submerged enemy, especially a submarine.
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