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blast
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- pronunciation:
- blaest
- parts of speech:
- noun, verb
part of speech: |
noun |
definition 1: |
A blast is a sudden and powerful stream of something like air or steam.
A blast of wind shook the window frames.The old train's engine sent up a blast of steam.- synonyms:
- gust
- similar words:
- gale
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definition 2: |
A loud sound that comes at you very suddenly is called a "blast."
The blast of a car horn made the old man jump as he was crossing the street.- synonyms:
- scream
- similar words:
- honk, trumpet
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definition 3: |
A blast is an explosion.
The blast of the volcano sent ash high into the air.- synonyms:
- explosion
- similar words:
- burst, flash
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related words: |
crash, party, wind |
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part of speech: |
verb |
inflections: |
blasts, blasting, blasted |
definition: |
When you blast a horn, you make a very loud and surprising sound with the horn.
When the dog stepped out into the street, my mom blasted her horn.- similar words:
- trumpet
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related words: |
blow, break, scold |
derivation: |
blaster (n.) |
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