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napalm

nounmasculinetécnico/nɐˈpaɫ/low

na·palm

Definition

A highly flammable sticky gel used in incendiary weapons.
The use of napalm is controversial under international law.
Napalm bombs create intense firestorms.
Common collocations
napalm bombdrop napalm

Etymology

Do inglês 'napalm', acrónimo de 'naphthenic acid' e 'palmitic acid'.