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eruption

noun

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Meaning

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the release of lava, ash, gases, and rocks from a volcano or vent in the Earth's surface

Example Sentence

The eruption sent a huge cloud of ash high into the sky.

Usage Note

Use when talking about volcanoes, sudden bursts of emotion, or anything that 'blows up' or bursts out quickly.