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单词 detonation
释义

detonation

noun

det·​o·​na·​tion ˌde-tᵊn-ˈā-shən How to pronounce detonation (audio)
ˌde-tə-ˈnā-
1
: the action or process of detonating
2
: rapid combustion in an internal combustion engine that results in knocking

Synonyms

  • blast
  • blowup
  • burst
  • bursting
  • eruption
  • explosion
  • outburst
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Example Sentences

there was a series of detonations around the base of the condemned building, causing it to come crashing down in a matter of minutes
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Word History

First Known Use

1686, in the meaning defined at sense 1

detonation

noun

as in explosion
the act or an instance of exploding there was a series of detonations around the base of the condemned building, causing it to come crashing down in a matter of minutes

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • explosion
  • eruption
  • firing
  • blast
  • bursting
  • burst
  • blowup
  • outburst
  • shooting
  • blowout
  • boom
  • airburst
  • discharge
  • pop
  • bang
  • flare-up
  • groundburst

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • implosion
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