Associations to the word «Blowup»

Wiktionary

BLOWUP, noun. An explosion, or violent outburst
BLOWUP, noun. (photography) An enlargement

Dictionary definition

BLOWUP, noun. A violent release of energy caused by a chemical or nuclear reaction.
BLOWUP, noun. An unrestrained expression of emotion.
BLOWUP, noun. A photographic print that has been enlarged.

Wise words

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Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr.