eruption

//ɪˈrʌp.ʃən//
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Noun

eruptionSingular
eruptionsPlural
1

A sudden and violent outburst of lava, ash, and gases from a volcano.

The volcanic eruption sent ash and lava into the sky.

2

A sudden outbreak or occurrence of something, especially something unpleasant such as violence or disease.

The eruption of violence in the city shocked everyone.

3

A sudden appearance of spots or redness on the skin.

The allergic reaction caused an eruption of red spots on her arms.

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