erupt
to burst forth: Molten lava erupted from the top of the volcano.
(of a volcano, geyser, etc.) to eject matter.
to break out of a pent-up state, usually in a sudden and violent manner: Words of anger erupted from her.
to break out in a skin rash: Hives erupted all over his face and hands.
(of teeth) to grow through surrounding hard and soft tissues and become visible in the mouth.
to release violently; burst forth with: She erupted angry words.
(of a volcano, geyser, etc.) to eject (matter).
Origin of erupt
1Other words for erupt
Other words from erupt
- e·rupt·i·ble, adjective
- pre·e·rupt, verb (used without object)
- re·e·rupt, verb (used without object)
- un·e·rupt·ed, adjective
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British Dictionary definitions for erupt
/ (ɪˈrʌpt) /
to eject (steam, water, and volcanic material such as lava and ash) violently or (of volcanic material, etc) to be so ejected
(intr) (of a skin blemish) to appear on the skin; break out
(intr) (of a tooth) to emerge through the gum and become visible during the normal process of tooth development
(intr) to burst forth suddenly and violently, as from restraint: to erupt in anger
Origin of erupt
1Derived forms of erupt
- eruptible, adjective
- eruption, noun
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