The word "landmine" refers to a type of explosive device that is buried underground and detonates when triggered by pressure, movement or remote control. Synonyms for this word include anti-personnel mine, booby trap, explosive trap, minefield, and ground mine. These weapons are designed to harm and kill, and their indiscriminate use in conflict zones and other areas of conflict leads to numerous casualties, including innocent civilians. While the use of landmines is widely condemned, they continue to pose a threat in many parts of the world, making efforts to ban and remove them an ongoing challenge.