Definition of Eruption
Eruption
er·up·tion


Definition/Meaning
(noun)
A sudden and violent release of energy or material.

e.g. The volcanic eruption caused widespread destruction and panic.

(noun)
a sudden, usually unwelcoming, outbreak of emotion;

e.g. She felt an eruption of sadness because of the memory, and felt embarrassed for crying uncontrollably.

(noun)
a spot, mark, bite or other red blemish that appears suddenly on the skin;

e.g. The doctor noted the rash eruption on his arm and prescribed a topical cream for it.



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