A flamethrower is a mechanical incendiary device designed to project a long, controllable stream of fire. They were first used during World War I, and widely used in World War II. Some flamethrowers project a stream of ignited flammable liquid; some project a long gas flame. Most military flamethrowers use liquids, but commercial flamethrowers ten... Found on http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flamethrower
Weapon emitting a stream of burning liquid which can be directed against troops or strongpoints. When first used by the Germans in World War I at the Battle... Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/20688
flamethrower 1. A weapon or equipment that projects a stream of burning liquid. 2. A military weapon, either mounted or portable, that sprays ignited incendiary fuel for some distance. Found on http://www.wordinfo.info/words/index/info/view_unit/832/