View definitions for depth charge

depth charge

noun as in anti-submarine bomb that explodes at a preset depth under water

Weak matches

Discover More

On investigation this was found to be merely disturbances caused by the explosion of the depth-charge.

At the beginning of the war the German depth-charge was a thing of contempt, and its English counterpart was nearly as useless.

Only the sharp lookout kept had saved them—that and the depth charge.

The depth-charge had fouled a trailing wire from some of my ‘stage scenery sky’ and been dragged along to detonate close astern.

The shock from the depth-charge—which appears to have detonated just about right to have the maximum effect—was terrific.

Start each day with the Synonym of the Day in your inbox!

By clicking "Sign Up", you are accepting Dictionary.com Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policies.

On this page you'll find 3 synonyms, antonyms, and words related to depth charge, such as: ash can, blockbuster, and depth bomb.

Browse