explosion

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Pronunciation

IPA /ɪkˈspləʊ.ʒən/

Noun

explosion noun

A violent release of energy (sometimes mechanical, nuclear, or chemical.)
A bursting due to pressure.
The sound of an explosion.
A sudden uncontrolled increase.

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Synonyms

bang blast boom burst detonation eruption fulmination plosion explosive exploding blasted blasting explode exploded blowout outburst outbreak surge

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Associated

supernova detonated ignited blew gunpowder colliery bomb sank

Rhymes

implosion erosion corrosion soil erosion beach erosion ambrosia in boghosian

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