noun🔗ShareA violent release of energy (sometimes mechanical, nuclear, or chemical.)"Construction workers heard loud explosions during the demolition of the old building. "energyphysicsdisasterscienceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareA bursting due to pressure."The old pipe in the basement caused several small explosions of steam and hot water because of the built-up pressure. "disasterphysicsenergyactioneventChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareThe sound of an explosion."The loud explosions coming from the fireworks show scared the dog. "sounddisasterChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareA sudden uncontrolled increase."After the company announced its new product, there were explosions of interest online, with the website crashing due to the high traffic. "disastereventamountChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareA sudden outburst."The argument between the siblings ended with explosions of shouting and tears. "disasteractioneventphenomenaenergyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading