[out-burst] 
| 1. | a sudden and violent release or outpouring: an outburst of tears. |
| 2. | a sudden spell of activity, energy, etc. |
| 3. | a public disturbance; riot; outbreak. |
| 4. | a bursting forth; eruption. |
| out·burst (out'bûrst') n. A sudden, violent display, as of activity or emotion: an outburst of indignation. |
