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
