Eruption (Noun)
Meaning 1
Symptom consisting of a breaking out and becoming visible.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The patient experienced a painful eruption of acne on her face after using the new skincare product.
- The red and itchy eruption on his skin was a symptom of an allergic reaction to the medication.
- The doctor diagnosed the child with chickenpox after noticing the characteristic eruption of small blisters on her torso.
- The sudden eruption of a rash on her neck and arms prompted her to seek medical attention immediately.
- The patient's condition worsened with the eruption of painful sores in her mouth and throat.
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Meaning 2
The sudden occurrence of a violent discharge of steam and volcanic material.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural events.
Examples
- The massive eruption of Mount St. Helens in 1980 was one of the most significant volcanic events in recent US history.
- The eruption of the volcano sent ash and debris flying into the air, blocking out the sun and affecting the surrounding landscape.
- Scientists had been monitoring the volcano for weeks, waiting for the eruption that would finally release the built-up pressure.
- The eruption was so powerful that it could be heard and felt hundreds of miles away, causing widespread destruction and chaos.
- The volcanic eruption was a rare and awe-inspiring sight, with molten lava and ash spewing out of the mountain's summit.
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Meaning 3
A sudden very loud noise.
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Nouns denoting natural events.
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Meaning 4
(of volcanos) pouring out fumes or lava (or a deposit so formed).
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The massive eruption of Mount St. Helens in 1980 was one of the most significant volcanic events in recent US history.
- The eruption of lava from the volcano's crater was a breathtaking sight to behold.
- Scientists studied the eruption patterns of the volcano to better understand its behavior.
- The eruption of ash and gas from the volcano caused widespread disruption to air travel.
- The ancient eruption of the volcano had created a vast, barren landscape of solidified lava.
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Meaning 5
The emergence of a tooth as it breaks through the gum.
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Nouns denoting natural events.
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Meaning 6
A sudden violent spontaneous occurrence (usually of some undesirable condition); "the outbreak of hostilities".
Classification
Nouns denoting natural events.