Detonate — synonyms, definition

1. detonate (Verb)

backfire blast blow up burst discharge erupt explode fire fulminate rumble set off split thunder

detonate (Verb) — Cause to burst with a violent release of energy. ex. "We detonated the nuclear bomb"

detonate (Verb) — Burst and release energy as through a violent chemical or physical reaction. ex. "the bomb detonated at noon"

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