Blasting

/ˈblæstɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

the act of using explosives to break rock or other materials.

The blasting of the cliff was necessary to expand the road.

a strong and loud noise.

The blasting of the air horn startled everyone nearby.

verb

to cause something to break apart violently, usually with an explosive.

The construction crew is blasting the rock to clear the site for the new building.

to emit a loud sound or noise.

The music was blasting from the speakers at the outdoor concert.

Derived from the verb blast, meaning 'to blow up or explode'.

blasting music

Extremely loud music, often enjoyed at parties or events.

blast off

To launch, usually referring to rockets or space missions.

blasting away

To use explosives to remove material, often in construction.

blast

A sudden loud noise or explosion.

explosion

A violent expansion of gas from a point of energy release.

detonation

The act of causing an explosion.

To have a great time, often used in social contexts.

We went to the party and it was blasting!

To be extremely intoxicated or high.

After the festival, we were just blasting until morning!