noun🔗ShareAn explosion or sudden report made by the near-instantaneous decomposition or combustion of unstable substances. Specifically, combustion that spreads supersonically via shock compression."the detonation of gun cotton"energyphysicschemistrysubstancedisastermilitaryweaponsoundscienceeventChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareEngine knocking, an improper combustion in internal combustion engines"The car's engine made a loud, irregular sound, a clear sign of detonation. "technicalmachineenergyphysicsvehicleindustryChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
