Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

eruption

noun

/ɪˈrʌp.ʃən/

Definition

A sudden outbreak or explosion, often referring to volcanic activity or the release of something.

Examples

The eruption of Mount St. Helens in 1980 was one of the most significant volcanic events in U.S. history.
The scientist warned that the volcano was showing signs of potential eruption.

Meaning

Eruption typically refers to the process of something breaking out or being released violently, such as molten rock from a volcano or the sudden appearance of something unusual.