eruption

noun
🔊/ɪˈrʌpʃn/
🔊/ɪˈrʌpʃn/
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  1. [countable, uncountable] an occasion when a volcano suddenly throws out burning rocks, smoke, etc.
    • a major volcanic eruption火山大爆发
    Topics The environmentb2
  2. [countable] an occasion when something starts happening, suddenly and violently突然发生;爆发
    • an eruption of violent protest暴力抗议的爆发
  3. [countable] a sudden expression of very strong feelings, especially by shouting loudly突然发出(尤指叫喊)
    • eruptions of explosive rage 爆发性愤怒爆发
  4. [countable] the sudden appearance of spots, etc. on your skin突然(在皮肤上)出现
    • skin rashes and eruptions皮疹和疹子