explode
verb/ɐjʃˈplɔdɐ̃j̃/medium
ex·plo·dem
Definition
Third person plural present indicative of 'to explode'. To burst or cause to burst violently and loudly, typically as a result of combustion or chemical reaction.
The fireworks explode high above the city.
Old landmines can still explode if disturbed.
Common collocations
bombs explodeexplode into flamesexplode with anger
Idiomatic expressions
- explode with laughter
Etymology
Do latim 'explodere' (repelir com aplausos, expulsar), que evoluiu para o sentido de 'fazer irromper com violência'.