airburst
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/ˈɛrˌbɜrst/
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/ˈeəˌbɜːst/
explosion in the air
Etymology
Etymology Information
'airburst' originates from the combination of 'air' and 'burst', where 'air' refers to the atmosphere and 'burst' means to explode.
Historical Evolution
'airburst' was formed by combining the words 'air' and 'burst' in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'an explosion in the air', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an explosion of a bomb or shell in the air rather than on impact with the ground.
The airburst caused widespread damage over a large area.
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Last updated: 2025/06/07 12:36