What is another word for pressure mines?
Pronunciation: [pɹˈɛʃə mˈa͡ɪnz] (IPA) 
Pressure mines are explosive devices that are triggered by a certain amount of pressure. These weapons have been used extensively in military conflicts as a means of immobilizing tanks and troops. Synonyms for pressure mines include land mines, anti-tank mines, and anti-personnel mines. Land mines are unexploded ordnances that are buried in the ground, while anti-tank mines are specifically designed to target armored vehicles. Anti-personnel mines are designed to harm or kill individuals rather than vehicles. The use of pressure mines in warfare has been highly criticized as it poses a great danger to innocent civilians who may accidentally step on them. Therefore, they have been banned by international law.
