bombing
UK: ˈbɒmɪŋ | US: ˈbɑːmɪŋ
n. the act of attacking with bombs; a heavy bombardment
n. (informal) a complete failure, especially in performance or execution
v. present participle of "bomb" (to attack with explosives)
The word "bomb" originates from the French "bombe," derived from the Latin "bombus" (a booming sound), which itself comes from Greek "bombos" (deep, hollow noise). The suffix "-ing" is an Old English participial ending, used here to form a noun or present participle. The term evolved from describing explosive devices to metaphorically signify failures (e.g., "the play bombed") in the early 20th century.
The bombing of the city caused widespread destruction.
Critics described the new movie as a complete bombing at the box office.
Air forces conducted strategic bombings during the war.
His stand-up comedy routine was bombing, and the audience grew restless.
The terrorist group claimed responsibility for the bombing.