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    Explotar (en. Blow)

    /eksplɔ'taɾ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    To break or make something burst due to a buildup of pressure.
    The gas accumulated in the pipe caused it to explode.
    El gas acumulado en la tubería hizo que explotara.
    To use something to its maximum capacity or effectiveness.
    The company maximized its resources to increase production.
    La empresa explotó al máximo sus recursos para aumentar la producción.
    To take advantage of a person or situation unfairly.
    The boss exploited his employees without paying them a fair salary.
    El jefe explotó a sus empleados sin darles un salario justo.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'explotare', which means 'to unfold' or 'to expel'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to explode with laughter
    To laugh very intensely.
    explotar de risa
    to explode into a thousand pieces
    To completely destroy in an explosion.
    explotar en mil pedazos
    to escalate the situation
    To make a situation worsen or become more intense.
    explotar la situación

    Related Words

    explosion
    The act of exploding; violent detachment of a body due to the breaking of its limits.
    explosión
    explosive
    A substance that can explode under certain conditions.
    explosivo
    exploitation
    Use or benefit from some resource or situation.
    explotación

    Slang Meanings

    To burst with joy or excitement.
    When he won the match, he exploded with happiness.
    Cuando ganó el partido, explotó de felicidad.
    To excessively work someone.
    That job is exploiting you; you need a break.
    Ese trabajo te está explotando, necesitas un descanso.