shrapnel

//ˈʃræp.nəl//
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Noun

shrapnelSingular
1

Fragments of a bomb, shell, or other explosive projectile that are scattered upon detonation.

The soldier was injured by shrapnel from the explosion.

2

Small loose change or miscellaneous small items (informal usage).

I found some shrapnel at the bottom of my bag.

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