Explode
Definition of Explode
Ex`plode´ Pronunciation: ĕks`plōd´ | v. i. | 1. | To become suddenly expanded into a great volume of gas or vapor; to burst violently into flame; as, gunpowder explodes. | | 2. | To burst with force and a loud report; to detonate, as a shell filled with powder or the like material, or as a boiler from too great pressure of steam. | | 3. | To burst forth with sudden violence and noise; as, at this, his wrath exploded. | | v. t. | 1. | To drive from the stage by noisy expressions of disapprobation; to hoot off; to drive away or reject noisily; as, to explode a play. | | 2. | To bring into disrepute, and reject; to drive from notice and acceptance; as, to explode a scheme, fashion, or doctrine. | | 3. | To cause to explode or burst noisily; to detonate; as, to explode powder by touching it with fire. | | 4. | To drive out with violence and noise, as by powder. |
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