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blast

 
 
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
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
definition 3: A blast is an explosion.
The blast of the volcano sent ash high into the air.
synonyms:
explosion
similar words:
burst, flash
 
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
derivation: blaster (n.)