blast
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noun \ˈblast\Definition of BLAST
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a : a violent gust of wind b : the effect or accompaniment (as sleet) of such a gust
2
: the sound produced by an impulsion of air through a wind instrument or whistle
3
: something resembling a gust of wind: as a : a stream of air or gas forced through a hole b : a vehement outburst c : the continuous blowing to which a charge of ore or metal is subjected in a blast furnace
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a : a sudden pernicious influence or effect <the blast of a huge epidemic> b : a disease of plants marked by the formation of destructive lesions on leaves and inflorescences
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a : an explosion or violent detonation b : the shock wave of an explosion c : a forceful hit (as in baseball) or shot (as in soccer or golf); especially : home run
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: an enjoyably exciting experience, occasion, or event <I had a blast>; especially : party
— blast from the past
: a striking reminder of an earlier time : something that excites nostalgia
Examples of BLAST
- She opened the door and felt a cold blast.
- He was hit by a blast of water from the hose.
- The driver gave a long blast on his horn.
- the blast of the factory whistle
- The bomb blast killed eight people.
Origin of BLAST
Middle English, from Old English blǣst; akin to Old High German blāst blast, blāsan to blow, Old English blāwan — more at blow
First Known Use: before 12th century
Related to BLAST
Synonyms: bang, clap, boom, crack, crash, pop, report, slam, smash, snap, thunderclap, thwack, whack, whomp, whump
Antonyms: implosion
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