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    Éruption (en. Eruption)

    /e.ʁy.p.sjɔ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Action of coming out suddenly and violently.
    The eruption of the volcano caused many disturbances in the region.
    L'éruption du volcan a causé de nombreuses perturbations dans la région.
    Sudden manifestation of a disease or a natural phenomenon.
    A skin eruption was observed in the patient after exposure.
    Une éruption cutanée a été observée chez le patient après l'exposition.

    Etymology

    Comes from the Latin 'eruptio', which derives from 'erumpere' meaning to burst.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    volcanic eruption
    A natural phenomenon causing the release of magma.
    éruption volcanique
    skin eruption
    A manifestation on the skin, often due to an allergy.
    éruption cutanée
    solar eruption
    Emission of charged particles from the sun.
    éruption solaire

    Related Words

    volcano
    Mountain where an eruption occurs.
    volcan
    magma
    Molten rock inside the Earth.
    magma
    lava
    Magma that has reached the surface.
    lave

    Slang Meanings

    Rarely used in a literal sense, often diverted to describe a sudden anger.
    He had an outburst of anger after the announcement.
    Il a eu une éruption de colère après l'annonce.