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(noun) explosion
the act of exploding or bursting
the explosion of the firecrackers awoke the children; the burst of an atom bomb creates enormous radiation aloft
(noun) fit
a sudden flurry of activity (often for no obvious reason)
a burst of applause; a fit of housecleaning
(noun) fusillade, salvo, volley
rapid simultaneous discharge of firearms
our fusillade from the left flank caught them by surprise
a sudden intense happening
an outburst of heavy rain; a burst of lightning
(verb) explode
burst outward, usually with noise
The champagne bottle exploded
(verb) break open, split
come open suddenly and violently, as if from internal pressure
The bubble burst
(verb) bust
break open or apart suddenly and forcefully
The dam burst
force out or release suddenly and often violently something pent up
break into tears; erupt in anger
(verb) collapse
cause to burst
The ice broke the pipe
be in a state of movement or action
The room abounded with screaming children; The garden bristled with toddlers