erupt

//ɪˈrʌpt//
B2Frequency Level 9Neutral
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Verb

eruptInfinitive
eruptPresent tense
eruptedPast tense
eruptedPast participle
eruptingPresent participle
eruptsThird-person singular
1

(of a volcano) to become active and eject lava, ash, and gases violently

The volcano erupted suddenly, sending ash high into the sky.

2

to break out suddenly and dramatically, especially with violence or noise

Violence erupted in the streets after the announcement.

3

(of a feeling or situation) to develop or express itself suddenly and intensely

Violence erupted in the city after the controversial decision was announced.

4

(of a skin condition) to appear suddenly on the skin

A rash erupted on her arms after she touched the plant.

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