Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

blow-a-hole-in-something

idiom
/bloʊ ə hoʊl ɪn ˈsʌmθɪŋ/
Definition
To create a hole in an object or surface by using an explosive or forceful action.
Examples
  • During the demolition, they planned to blow a hole in the wall to make way for the new entrance.
  • He recklessly blew a hole in the side of the old shed with a firecracker.
  • The intense blast was powerful enough to blow a hole in the frozen lake.
Meaning
This phrase typically refers to the act of causing significant damage to an object, often implying that the damage is large enough to create a hole.
Synonyms
  • destroy
  • blast a hole in
  • create an opening in