blast

(eg. tattoo, symbol, sign )

blast  /b ˈlæst/ ? Meaning of "blast"

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Definition(s):

  1. (n) a very long fly ball
  2. (n) a sudden very loud noise
  3. (n) a strong current of air
  4. (n) an explosion (as of dynamite)
  5. (n) a highly pleasurable or exciting experience
  6. (n) intense adverse criticism
  7. (v) make a strident sound
  8. (v) hit hard
  9. (v) use explosives on
  10. (v) apply a draft or strong wind to to
  11. (v) create by using explosives
  12. (v) make with or as if with an explosion
  13. (v) fire a shot
  14. (v) criticize harshly or violently
  15. (v) shatter as if by explosion
  16. (v) shrivel or wither or mature imperfectly

Synonym(s)

fire, flack, flak, good time, bam, bang

Derived Word(s)

blaster

Usage(s):

  1. A deadly bomb blast in the southern Philippines' raises the question of how much the nation's splintered insurgencies might be working together.
  2. The blast at the Philippines' legislature appears to have targeted a lawmaker at odds with the Islamic terror group Abu Sayyaf.
  3. A deadly blast in Mexico City raises fears that Mexican drug cartels are adopting the tactics of their Colombian allies.

Quotes

  1. "The ARCA race was a blast, and I'm not ready for my first Daytona Speedweeks to end just yet," Patrick said in a statement. "I want more racing."
    on Feb 8, 2010 By: Danica Patrick Source: Boston Globe

  2. "I opted out of my contract with PHX," he said on his Twitter account. "Can't wait to see what lies ahead. I had a blast with my teammates last season. What's Next !!"
    on Jun 30, 2010 By: Amare Stoudemire Source: MiamiHerald.com

  3. "Also the MPs' turnout is very low today because most of them are visiting those who were wounded by the blast," said Mohammed Abu Bakr, head of the parliament's media office.
    on Apr 13, 2007 By: Abu Bakr Source: USA Today

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