blast

Definitions


[blɑːst], (Noun)

Definitions:
- a destructive wave of highly compressed air spreading outwards from an explosion
(e.g: they were thrown backwards by the blast)

- a strong gust of wind or air
(e.g: the icy blast hit them)

- a single loud note of a horn, whistle, or similar
(e.g: a blast of the ship's siren)

- a severe reprimand
(e.g: I braced myself for the inevitable blast)

- an enjoyable experience or lively party
(e.g: it could turn out to be a real blast)


Phrases:
- a blast from the past
- full blast
- on blast
- put someone on blast

Origin:
Old English blǣst, of Germanic origin; related to blaze


[blɑːst], (Verb)

Definitions:
- blow up or break apart (something solid) with explosives
(e.g: the school was blasted by an explosion)

- be very loud; make a loud noise
(e.g: music was blasting from the speakers)

- kick or strike (a ball) hard
(e.g: the striker blasted the free kick into the net)

- criticize fiercely
(e.g: the school was blasted by government inspectors)

- (of a wind or other natural force) wither, shrivel, or blight (a plant)
(e.g: corn blasted before it be grown up)


Phrases:
- a blast from the past
- full blast
- on blast
- put someone on blast

Origin:
Old English blǣst, of Germanic origin; related to blaze


[blɑːst], (Interjection)

Definitions:
- expressing annoyance
(e.g: ‘Blast! The car won't start!’)


Phrases:
- a blast from the past
- full blast
- on blast
- put someone on blast

Origin:
Old English blǣst, of Germanic origin; related to blaze




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