In the beginning, the English word explode had the meaning "to drive from the stage by a noisy expression of dislike."

Explode definition: to expand with force and noise because of rapid chemical change or decomposition, as gunpowder or nitroglycerine (implode ).. See examples of EXPLODE used …

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1. to expand with force and noise through rapid chemical change or decomposition, as gunpowder or nitroglycerine (opposed to implode). 2. to burst violently, as a boiler from excessive …

explode is a borrowing from Latin. Etymons: Latin explōdere, explaudere.

We exploded [= burst] into action. The building exploded in/into flames/fire. She looked like she was ready to explode with anger. “Damn you!” she exploded. Science has exploded many old …

Definitions from the Web Explod Definition: Verb: To burst or cause to burst violently or noisily due to an increase in pressure. Noun: The act of exploding; a sudden burst or loud noise. …

Definition of explode verb from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. [intransitive, transitive] to burst (= break apart) or make something burst loudly and violently, causing damage …

If an object such as a bomb explodes or if someone or something explodes it, it bursts loudly and with great force, often causing damage or injury. They were clearing up when the second …

EXPLODE meaning: 1. If something such as a bomb explodes, it bursts (= breaks suddenly from inside) with noise and…. Learn more.