[i-ruhpt] 
| 1. | to burst forth: Molten lava erupted from the top of the volcano. |
| 2. | (of a volcano, geyser, etc.) to eject matter. |
| 3. | to break out of a pent-up state, usually in a sudden and violent manner: Words of anger erupted from her. |
| 4. | to break out in a skin rash: Hives erupted all over his face and hands. |
| 5. | (of teeth) to grow through surrounding hard and soft tissues and become visible in the mouth. |
| 6. | to release violently; burst forth with: She erupted angry words. |
| 7. | (of a volcano, geyser, etc.) to eject (matter). |
erupt e·rupt (ĭ-rŭpt')
v. e·rupt·ed, e·rupt·ing, e·rupts
To break through the gums in developing. Used of teeth.
To appear on the skin. Used of a rash or blemish.
