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to erupt
01
(of a volcano) to explode and send smoke, lava, rocks, etc. into the sky
Intransitive
Examples
The volcano erupted suddenly, spewing ash and lava into the air.
02
to suddenly and dramatically start, often in a surprising or intense way
Intransitive
Examples
The argument erupted out of nowhere, catching everyone off guard.
03
(of a tooth) to emerge or break through the gums as it grows
Intransitive
Examples
His first tooth erupted when he was six months old.
04
to explode violently, with fire and noise, similar to a volcanic eruption
Intransitive
Examples
The fireworks erupted in a bright explosion of color and sound.
05
(of a pimple, rash, etc.) to suddenly form or appear on the skin
Intransitive
Examples
A pimple erupted on his forehead right before the big event.
06
to suddenly express strong emotions, such as anger or excitement
Intransitive: to erupt in an emotion or reaction
Examples
He erupted in laughter when he heard the joke.
Lexical Tree
eruption
eruptive
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