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    Explotando (en. Exploiting)

    /eksplɔtan̪do/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    Action of causing something to burst or break violently.
    The volcano is exploding and you can see the lava flowing.
    El volcán está explotando y se puede ver la lava fluyendo.
    To take advantage of a resource or situation intensively.
    The company is exploiting its human resources to the maximum.
    La empresa está explotando sus recursos humanos al máximo.
    To use someone for personal gain, without regard for their well-being.
    That boss is exploiting his employees without paying overtime.
    Ese jefe está explotando a sus empleados sin pagar horas extra.

    Etymology

    Derived from the Latin explosio, which means to make something burst.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    exploding with laughter
    Laughing uproariously.
    explotando en risas
    exploding with happiness
    Feeling great joy.
    explotando de felicidad
    exploding with anger
    Feeling very angry.
    explotando de ira

    Related Words

    explosion
    Process of a rapid and violent burst.
    explosión
    exploiter
    Person who takes advantage of others.
    explotador

    Slang Meanings

    To be under extreme pressure or stress.
    I'm exploding with all the work I have.
    Estoy explotando con todo el trabajo que tengo.
    To feel that something can no longer be contained.
    I'm exploding with excitement to go to the party.
    Estoy explotando de ganas por ir a la fiesta.