bomber

noun

bomb·​er ˈbä-mər 

1

: one that bombs

specifically : an airplane designed for bombing

2

: bomber jacket

3

: a skilled long-distance shooter in basketball

Examples of bomber in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The welcome ceremony also included a flyover by two B-1 bombers, platoons from each military service, and a presentation of the flags and anthems of both countries. — Arkansas Online, 24 Sep. 2026

As the Chinese leader deplaned, he was greeted by a 100-foot red carpet, a Presidential Salute Battery, a 21-person honor cordon, a performance from the United States Air Force Band, two B-1 bomber flyovers, and two flower presenters. — Aidan McLaughlin, Vanity Fair, 24 Sep. 2026

Furthermore, the Chinese president listened to music provided by the Air Force Band, including both the American and Chinese national anthems, and witnessed a flyover by two B-1 bombers. — Christian Datoc, The Washington Examiner, 23 Sep. 2026

The welcome ceremony was also set to include a flyover by two B-1 bombers, flower presenters, platoons from each military service, and a presentation of the flags and anthems of both countries. — Michelle L. Price, Chicago Tribune, 23 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1690, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing bomber

• bomber jacket
• fighter-bomber
• review-bomber
• suicide bomber
• torpedo bomber

Rhymes for bomber

• calmer
• embalmer

Kids Definition

bomber

noun

bomb·​er ˈbäm-ər 

: one that bombs

especially : an airplane designed for dropping bombs