ex·plo·sion 
/ɪkˈsploʊʒən/ noun
plural ex·plo·sions /ɪkˈsploʊʒən/ noun [count] 1 : the sudden, loud, and violent release of energy that happens when something (such as a bomb) breaks apart in a way that sends parts flying outward
▪ The filmmakers staged the car's explosion. ▪ The island was rocked by a series of volcanic explosions. ▪ set off an explosion 2 a : a sudden and very fast increase
▪ The region has experienced a population explosion. ▪ an explosion of interest
b : a sudden expression of some strong emotion
▪ an explosion of anger
c : a sudden occurrence of laughter
▪ His comments prompted an explosion of laughter from the crowd.
▪ The filmmakers staged the car's explosion. ▪ The island was rocked by a series of volcanic explosions. ▪ set off an explosion
▪ The region has experienced a population explosion. ▪ an explosion of interest
b : a sudden expression of some strong emotion
▪ an explosion of anger
c : a sudden occurrence of laughter
▪ His comments prompted an explosion of laughter from the crowd.
