EXPLOSION

Definition

1. noun a violent release of energy caused by a chemical or nuclear reaction. — synonyms: detonation, blowup
2. noun the act of exploding or bursting. — synonyms: burst
3. noun a sudden great increase.
4. noun the noise caused by an explosion.
5. noun the terminal forced release of pressure built up during the occlusive phase of a stop consonant. — synonyms: plosion
6. noun a sudden outburst.
7. noun a golf shot from a bunker that typically moves sand as well as the golf ball.