English Explanatory Dictionary

eruption

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A violent ejection, such as the spurting out of lava from a volcano.
  2. A sudden release of pressure or tension.
  3. An utterance, especially a sudden one; an ejaculation.
  4. An infection of the skin resulting in a rash or blemishing.

Pronunciation

/ɪˈɹʌpʃən/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-eruption.wav

Word forms

eruption eruptions

Etymology

From Middle French éruption, from Latin eruptio.

Derived words

bimbo eruption eruptional eruption column maleruption noneruption overeruption posteruption
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