dot bomb

noun — 2 senses

dot bomb

nounalso spelled dot-bomb

Etymology Blend of dotcom + bomb.

1

Informal A failed dot-com company.

  • The 1990s saw many dot bombs.

dot-bomb

noun

Etymology Blend of dot-com + bomb.

1

A failed dot-com company or venture.

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