letter bomb
A "letter bomb" is a malicious device sent via mail, intended to cause harm when opened.
Definition
B2Criminal Activity
(technical, legal)An explosive device hidden in an envelope or package, designed to detonate upon opening.
Example
- The police intercepted a letter bomb before it reached its target.
- The explosion was caused by a letter bomb sent to the office.
C1Computing
(technical, informal)A harmful computer virus delivered through email, intended to cause damage when the email is opened.
Example
- The IT department warned employees about a new letter bomb circulating through email.
- Opening the email unleashed a letter bomb that corrupted the entire system.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "letter bomb":
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