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detonation

/dɛtəˈneɪʃən/

Meanings
  • Noun

    The explosion of an explosive charge, typically one caused by a detonator.

    - "The detonation of the bomb caused significant damage to the building."
    - "The detonation of the fireworks marked the beginning of the celebration."

Antonyms

deflagration
Rhymes
Words rhyming with detonation
explosion , devolution , revolution
Variants
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detonation , detonations
Etymology
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From the French détoner, to explode.


Trivia
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  1. Detonation is often accompanied by a shock wave, which can cause additional damage.

  2. The speed of sound in an explosive material during detonation is much faster than the speed of sound in air.


Related Concepts
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  1. Detonator: An electrical or mechanical device used to initiate the explosion of an explosive charge.

  2. Explosive: A chemical compound or mixture that produces a sudden and violent reaction when subjected to heat, shock, or friction.


Culture
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Detonation has been used extensively in warfare, mining, and construction. In popular culture, it is often depicted in movies and video games as a dramatic and destructive event.

How to Memorize "detonation"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a fuse being lit and the resulting explosion.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word with loud noises and destruction.

  3. mnemonics

    - Remember DETONATION as an acronym for 'Destructive Energy Transfer Occurs Now'.


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