blast

blast · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    A destructive wave of highly compressed air from an explosion.

  2. 2.

    A strong gust of wind or air.

  3. 3.

    A loud sound, especially from a horn or whistle.

  4. 4.

    (Informal) A very enjoyable experience.

  5. 5.

    Blow up with explosives; destroy.

  6. 6.

    Criticize fiercely.

  7. 7.

    Make a loud sound.

  8. 8.

    Used to express annoyance.

Forms

plural: blasts

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    full blast — At maximum power or volume.
  • •
    blast off — Launch into space.
  • •
    blast from the past — Something nostalgic.
  • •
    have a blast — Have a great time.
  • •
    blast away — Shoot continuously; work intensely.

Related words

Antonyms: breeze, whisper
See also: blow, burst, explode, explosion
Synonyms: burst, explosion, gust

Etymology

From Old English blǣst ("blowing, breeze"), from Proto-Germanic blēstaz, related to blāwan ("to blow").