Meaning & use
erupt
To burst out suddenly and often violently, especially describing a volcano releasing lava and ash.
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The volcano erupted without warning, sending ash miles into the sky.
The crowd erupted in cheers when the home team scored in overtime.
A note on using this word
Erupt is used literally for volcanoes and geysers and figuratively for sudden outbursts of emotion, noise, or violence.
Words with a similar meaning
explodeburst
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