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View synonyms for fighter-bomber

fighter-bomber

[ fahy-ter-bom-er ]

noun

, Military.
  1. an aircraft that combines the functions of a fighter and a bomber.

fighter-bomber

noun

  1. a high-performance aircraft that combines the roles of fighter and bomber
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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Word History and Origins

Origin of fighter-bomber1

First recorded in 1935–40
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Example Sentences

The fighter-bomber squadrons use the MiG-17, an aircraft that is obsolescent but that performs well in a ground support role.

In 1973 there were six fighter-bomber, twelve fighter-interceptor, and three reconnaissance squadrons.

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