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Explosion protection is used to protect all sorts of buildings and civil engineering infrastructure against internal and external explosions or deflagrations
Explosion_protection
Rapid combustion of fine particles suspended in the air
A dust explosion is the rapid combustion of fine particles suspended in the air within an enclosed location. Dust explosions can occur where any dispersed
Dust_explosion
Sudden release of heat and gas
An explosion is a rapid expansion in volume of a given amount of matter associated with an extreme outward release of energy, usually with the generation
Explosion
Catastrophic failure of a boiler
protections provided, and because of regular inspections compelled by governmental and industry requirements. The second kind is a fuel/air explosion
Boiler_explosion
Mechanism for opening and closing a valve
devices, have to be qualified by a test authority (notified body). Explosion protection is not standardized worldwide. Within the European Union, ATEX 94/9/EC
Valve_actuator
Ignition of air and flammable gas
A gas explosion is the ignition of a mixture of air and flammable gas, typically from a gas leak. In household accidents, the principal explosive gases
Gas_explosion
Electrical equipment in places where fire or explosion hazards may exist
Protecting against fire and explosion is of interest for both personnel safety as well as reliability reasons. Several protection strategies exist. The simplest
Electrical equipment in hazardous areas
Electrical_equipment_in_hazardous_areas
Combustion that leads on to an explosion
piling O'Conner, Brian (March 27, 2023). "Explosions, Deflagrations and Detonations". National Fire Protection Association. Archived from the original on
Deflagration
Safety device
The evaluation of an explosion vent's efficiency and its range of application are subject to rules. See National Fire Protection Association 68, EN 14797
Explosion_vent
List of large explosions
extremely large explosions, accidental and intentional, caused by modern high explosives, boiling liquid expanding vapour explosions (BLEVEs), older explosives
Largest artificial non-nuclear explosions
Largest_artificial_non-nuclear_explosions
German-based automation company
elevators, encoders, AS interfaces, RFID systems, barcode solutions, and explosion protection, as well as components for the automotive industry, and plant engineering
Pepperl+Fuchs
Explosion created from a violent boiling of water
A steam explosion is an explosion caused by violent boiling or flashing of water or ice into steam, it occurs when water or ice is either superheated
Steam_explosion
Industrial safety system
A high-integrity pressure protection system (HIPPS) is a type of safety instrumented system (SIS) designed to prevent over-pressurization of a plant, such
High-integrity pressure protection system
High-integrity_pressure_protection_system
1917 maritime disaster in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
estimated 9,000 others were injured. The blast was the largest human-made explosion at the time. It released the equivalent energy of roughly 2.9 kilotons
Halifax_Explosion
Specialized body armor for protection from explosions
the dangers posed by a bomb's explosion affect the entire body. Parts of the bomb suit overlap for maximum protection. The suit protects in several different
Bomb_suit
Introduction of inert gas to a closed system
on Explosion Prevention Systems. National Fire Protection Association. NFPA 77. Recommended Practice on Static Electricity. National Fire Protection Association
Inerting_(gas)
Ability to easily ignite in air at ambient temperatures
can produce an explosion Fire test, means of determining whether fire protection products meet minimum performance criteria Fire protection, any measure
Combustibility and flammability
Combustibility_and_flammability
Increased fluid pressure and flow from an explosion
ammonium nitrate fuel oil (ANFO). LE deflagrate to create a subsonic explosion and lack HE's over-pressurization wave. Sources of LE include pipe bombs
Blast_wave
Electrical safety protection technique
flameproof or explosion-proof protection, as they're often used synonymously. Intrinsic safety (Ex i) differs from flameproof protection methods (Ex d)
Intrinsic_safety
Ammonium nitrate explosion in Lebanon
On 4 August 2020, a major explosion occurred in Beirut, Lebanon, caused by the ignition of 2,750 tonnes of ammonium nitrate. The chemical, confiscated
2020_Beirut_explosion
Chinese copper producing company
Copper Die Casting, a joint venture between the company and Nanyang Explosion Protection Group Co., is a known electric motor manufacturer. They specialized
Yunnan_Copper
Use of an inert gas to prevent formation of ignitable atmosphere
Standard for Fire and Explosion Prevention During Cleaning and Purging of Flammable Gas Piping Systems. National Fire Protection Association Hedlund, FH
Purging_(gas)
Unit of pressure equal to 100,000 Pa
original on 2015-04-12. Retrieved 2014-05-11. NFPA 68 Standard on Explosion Protection by Deflagration Venting (2023 ed.). "What do the letters 'g' and
Bar_(unit)
Explosions at the Binhai New Area of Tianjin, China
On 12 August 2015, a series of explosions at the Port of Tianjin in Tianjin, Northern China, killed 173 people, according to official reports, and injured
2015_Tianjin_explosions
to direct the discharge from the explosion out of the tunnel. To prevent mats from being displaced by the explosion, they can be covered with layers of
Blasting_mat
System for inhibiting fuel tank combustion
the empty space above the oil cargo with inert gas to prevent fire or explosion of hydrocarbon vapors. Oil vapors cannot burn in air with less than 11%
Inerting_system
2013 explosion of ammonium nitrate in Texas, USA
On April 17, 2013, an ammonium nitrate explosion occurred at the West Fertilizer Company storage and distribution facility in West, Texas, United States
West Fertilizer Company explosion
West_Fertilizer_Company_explosion
Safety practices related to explosives
of A&E. Explosion protection Explosion vent Explosive material Explosives shipping classification system "REMBE® GmbH Safety+Control - Explosion Safety
Explosives_safety
Concentration of oxygen below which combustion is not possible
be safely admitted to the vessel, because the possibility of internal explosion has been eliminated. The limiting oxygen concentration is a necessary
Limiting_oxygen_concentration
Burning within well-defined lower and upper bounds
in producing and optimising explosion or combustion, as in an engine, or to preventing it, as in uncontrolled explosions of build-ups of combustible gas
Flammability_limit
EU ATEX Directive on workplaces with an explosive atmosphere
Organizations in the EU must follow Directives to protect employees from explosion risk in areas with an explosive atmosphere. There are two ATEX Directives
ATEX_directives
Rocket launchpad structure
maint: deprecated archival service (link) Cocroft, Wayne (2015). "The Protection of Historic Rocket and Missile Sites" (PDF). Space Chronicle. 68: 66–70
Flame_deflector
Study of the effects of wind on natural and built environments
structural engineers to be closely related to earthquake engineering and explosion protection. Some sports stadiums such as Candlestick Park and Arthur Ashe Stadium
Wind_engineering
Paint designed to reflect some of the thermal radiation from a nuclear explosion
the colour is to reflect some of the thermal radiation from a nuclear explosion, protecting the aircraft and its occupants.[citation needed] Some variants
Anti-flash_white
2010 oil disaster in the Gulf of Mexico
On April 20, 2010, an explosion and fire occurred on the Deepwater Horizon semi-submersible mobile offshore drilling unit, which was owned and operated
Deepwater_Horizon_explosion
Gas detector
warns the user of dangerous atmospheric conditions before a possible explosion can occur. Explosimetry simply means the measurement of flammable or explosive
Explosimeter
The minimum ignition energy (MIE) is a safety characteristic in explosion protection and prevention which determines the ignition capability of fuel-air
Minimum_ignition_energy
National metrology institute of the German Federal Republic
Chemistry, Explosion Protection in Energy Technology, Explosion Protection in Sensor Technology and Instrumentation, Fundamentals of Explosion Protection Division
Physikalisch-Technische Bundesanstalt
Physikalisch-Technische_Bundesanstalt
Armor kit for vehicles
introduction of ASKs onto unprotected Humvees did offer passengers more protection, other issues with the vehicle began to appear. The armor was still not
Armor_Survivability_Kit
UK-based explosion protection safety company
17 March 2014. "New ownership for Pyroban | Pyroban Group Ltd | Explosion Protection & Environmental Solutions". Retrieved 17 March 2014. "Longacre Group
Pyroban
Process used in oil or gas wells
of Oil, Gas, and Petrochemical Facilities", Handbook of Fire and Explosion Protection Engineering Principles for Oil, Gas, Chemical, and Related Facilities
Well_stimulation
Manufacturing company
gaseous fuels such as hydrogen. The Safety business unit supplies explosion protection solutions for industrial processing and power generation plants.
Hoerbiger_Holding
1887 mine explosion in Canada
Largest artificial non-nuclear explosions Protection Island mining disaster Beitler, Stu. "Nanaimo, BC Mine Explosion Disaster, May 1887". GenDisasters
1887_Nanaimo_mine_explosion
Explosion of a vessel containing liquid above and beyond boiling point
A boiling liquid expanding vapor explosion (BLEVE; /ˈblɛvi/ BLEV-ee) is an explosion caused by the rupture of a vessel containing a pressurized liquid
Boiling liquid expanding vapor explosion
Boiling_liquid_expanding_vapor_explosion
Explosion protection technology
occupants and equipment of a structure against overpressures resultant of an explosion. The blast dampers normally protect air inlets and exhaust penetrations
Blast_damper
Device for extracting and cleaning a filtrate
accepted due to its ease of modification, such as gas-tight and explosion protection configurations. Pusher centrifuges are mainly used in chemical, pharmaceutical
Pusher_centrifuge
The effects caused by nuclear explosion on its immediate vicinity are typically much more destructive and multifaceted than those caused by conventional
Effects_of_nuclear_explosions
Hydrofluoric acid spill and industrial fire
with the EPA and Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection. Fire and Explosions at Philadelphia Energy Solutions Refinery Hydrofluoric Acid
2019 Philadelphia refinery explosion
2019_Philadelphia_refinery_explosion
Independent service companies from Germany and Austria
by the German band Blond [de]. CE marking Cybersecurity standards Explosion protection Functional safety Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory Security
TÜV
Fracturing bedrock by pressurized liquid
of Oil, Gas, and Petrochemical Facilities". Handbook of Fire and Explosion Protection Engineering Principles for Oil, Gas, Chemical, and Related Facilities
Fracking
NATO standard for vehicle protection
(explosive mass) Blast AT Mine: 2a – Mine Explosion pressure activated under any wheel or track location. 2b – Mine Explosion under center. 155 mm High Explosive
STANAG_4569
Process of incorporating security controls into an information system
Globally, numerous other regulations also address data protection, such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in the European Union, which sets
Security_engineering
Fire protection system
for preventive fire protection. A spark extinguishing system can detect and eliminate ignition sources before a fire or dust explosion occurs. Systems for
Spark_extinguishing_system
Method of personal protection from a nuclear explosion
method of personal protection against the effects of a nuclear explosion. Ducking and covering is useful in offering a degree of protection to personnel located
Duck_and_cover
2025 fire and explosion in Esparto, California
California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) was employed to lead the investigation into the explosion, with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco
Esparto, California fireworks explosion
Esparto,_California_fireworks_explosion
Explosion at supersonic velocity
have subsonic flame speeds about 1 m/sec. Detonation may form from an explosion of fuel-oxidizer mixture. Compared with deflagration, detonation doesn't
Detonation
Fatal industrial disaster
injured during a dust explosion at a refinery owned by Imperial Sugar in Port Wentworth, Georgia, United States. Dust explosions had been an issue of concern
2008 Georgia Imperial Sugar refinery explosion
2008_Georgia_Imperial_Sugar_refinery_explosion
Amphibious armoured scout car
145-litre fuel tank, an upgraded transmission system, Deugra fire and explosion protection, a ZPD 24/2 auxiliary power source, a Thermo 90DW heater, axial compressor
BRDM-2
Valve closing off part of a system
Retrieved 2 December 2019. Nolan, Dennis (2011). Handbook of Fire and Explosion Protection Engineering Principles: For Oil. Elsevier, Inc. p. 220. ISBN 978-1-4377-7857-1
Isolation_valve
Period of major evolutionary diversification of animal life
The Cambrian explosion (also known as the Cambrian radiation or Cambrian diversification) is an interval of time beginning approximately 538.8 million
Cambrian_explosion
Designation earned by a person to assure qualification to perform a job or task
Health Inspector (Canada) IECEx covers the specialized field of explosion protection associated with the use of equipment in areas where flammable gases
Professional_certification
Place in British Columbia, Canada
1887 Nanaimo mine explosion Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park List of historic places in the Nanaimo Regional District "Protection Island". BC Geographical
Protection_Island_(Nanaimo)
German engineering and consulting company
addresses safety aspects in various industries, including fire and explosion protection, building systems safety, and product safety and quality. DMT provides
DMT_(company)
This is a list of notable tank truck fires and explosions. On 10 June 1961 a Standard Oil tank truck carrying 7,900 gallons of gasoline traveling through
List of tank truck fires and explosions
List_of_tank_truck_fires_and_explosions
Sloop of the Royal Navy
the Royal Navy in 1880. She sank at anchor off Punta Arenas after an explosion on 26 April 1881 during her maiden voyage to the Pacific. Her loss caused
HMS_Doterel_(1880)
2000 submarine accident in the Barents Sea
10 years. The crews of nearby ships felt an initial explosion and a second, much larger explosion, but the Russian Navy did not realise that an accident
Kursk_submarine_disaster
service in 1963. Major improvements in mine detection and anti mine explosion protection were implemented. Magnetic, acoustic and electric signatures were
Yurka-class_minesweeper
Series of explosions in Guadalajara, Mexico
A series of ten explosions took place on April 22, 1992, in the downtown district of Analco Colonia Atlas in Guadalajara city, Jalisco state, Mexico. Numerous
1992_Guadalajara_explosions
2005 oil storage fire and explosion in England
at 06:08 and a firefighting effort began. The cause of the explosion was a fuel-air explosion in a vapour cloud of evaporated leaking petrol. The British
Buncefield_fire
Phenomenon in chemistry
commonly used glass types are highly resistant to UV radiation. Explosion protection lamps for oil rigs for example can be made either from polymer or
Photo-oxidation_of_polymers
Admiral-class battlecruiser
direct penetration of the protection by one or more 15-inch shells at a range of 16,500 yards [15,100 m], resulting in the explosion of one or more of the
HMS_Hood
2005 deadly refinery accident
isomerization process unit of the BP-owned oil refinery in Texas City, Texas. The explosion resulted in the death of 15 workers, 180 injuries and severe damage to
Texas_City_refinery_explosion
integrated NBC protection system, a system designed to provide the occupants with protection against the light pulse of a close-range nuclear explosion, a new
List_of_BMP-1_variants
Electrical transformer fire countermeasures
or explosion involving a single transformer that would damage adjacent transformers. These barriers compartmentalize transformer fires and explosions involving
High-voltage transformer fire barriers
High-voltage_transformer_fire_barriers
ISBN 9780080489339. Nolan, Dennis P. (1996). Handbook of Fire & Explosion Protection Engineering Principles for Oil, Gas, Chemical, & Related Facilities
List of American railroad accidents
List_of_American_railroad_accidents
Chemical plant explosion
The Thiokol-Woodbine explosion occurred at 10:53 a.m. EDT on Wednesday, February 3, 1971, at the Thiokol chemical plant, 12 miles (19 km) southeast of
Thiokol-Woodbine_explosion
1986 breakup of American orbiter
was initially unaware of the explosion and continued to read out flight information. At T+89, after video of the explosion was seen in Mission Control
Space Shuttle Challenger disaster
Space_Shuttle_Challenger_disaster
Ortsteil of Selb in Bavaria, Germany
Among other things, the switchgear was updated to meet the new explosion protection standards. "Ortsteile - Große Kreisstadt Selb, Landkreis Wunsiedel
Dürrewiesen
Analysis of fire-related incidents
investigators often refer to NFPA 921: Guide for Fire and Explosion Investigations (National Fire Protection Association). Also, Kirk's Fire Investigation by David
Fire_investigation
2025 terrorist attack in Indonesia
bomb explosions occurred at State High School 72 of Jakarta (SMAN 72 Jakarta), located in Kelapa Gading, North Jakarta, Indonesia. The explosions took
Jakarta_school_bombing
Power supply with electrochemical cells
such as Duracell do not recommend refrigerating batteries. A battery explosion is generally caused by misuse or malfunction, such as attempting to recharge
Electric_battery
Tank truck explosion in Iztapalapa, Mexico
incidents occurred in 2013, in Ecatepec de Morelos when a tank truck explosion killed 27 people and injured over 30 others. At the time, Mexican regulations
2025 Iztapalapa tank truck explosion
2025_Iztapalapa_tank_truck_explosion
Indonesian infantry mobility vehicle
Typhoon. The level of protection for the steel welded body, is STANAG Level 2. The vehicle is equipped with explosion protection in the form of V hull
TAD_Turangga
Gas leak and explosion in New York, US
[permanent dead link] "Combustion explosion, 60 Grosvenor Street, Buffalo, New York, December 27, 1983." National Fire Protection Association, 1984. 42°52′46″N
1983 Buffalo propane explosion
1983_Buffalo_propane_explosion
2013 explosion in Geismar, Louisiana
The Williams Olefins Plant explosion occurred on June 13, 2013 at a petrochemical plant located in Geismar, an unincorporated and largely industrial area
Williams Olefins Plant explosion
Williams_Olefins_Plant_explosion
Explosion and fire in Bayamón, Puerto Rico
Cataño oil refinery fire, also known as the CAPECO explosion, was a fire that began with an explosion on October 23, 2009, and was extinguished on October
2009_Cataño_oil_refinery_fire
1973 propane tanker explosion in Arizona
The Kingman explosion, also known as the Doxol disaster or Kingman BLEVE, was a catastrophic boiling liquid expanding vapor explosion (BLEVE) that occurred
Kingman_explosion
First detonation of a nuclear weapon
critical mass was formed, producing a "fizzle"—a nuclear explosion many times smaller than a full explosion. The Thin Man design would therefore not work. Project
Trinity_(nuclear_test)
Accident that causes one or more consequential accidents
liquid expanding vapor explosion (BLEVE), unconfined vapor cloud explosion (UVCE), confined explosion (CE), and mechanical explosion (ME). Normally, there
Domino_effect_accident
Pursuit of chemistry as a hobby
chemicals, gas cylinders, and explosive substances is the Fire and Explosion Protection Act (Brann- og eksplosjonsvernloven). In the UK it is a criminal
Amateur_chemistry
Rapid ignition of combustible material in an enclosed area
ideal mixture, the result can be a violent smoke gas explosion. This is referred to as smoke explosion or fire gas ignition depending on the severity of
Flashover
921, "Guide for Fire and Explosion Investigations", is a peer reviewed document that is published by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). Its
NFPA_921
Road accident in Italy
huge explosion on the A14 motorway within Borgo Panigale, a neighbourhood of Bologna, Italy. It was a case of boiling-liquid expanding-vapour explosion (BLEVE)
2018_Borgo_Panigale_explosion
Type of local ventilation device
ventilation of the space Secondary functions of these devices may include explosion protection, spill containment, and other functions necessary to the work being
Fume_hood
1986 nuclear accident in the Soviet Union
reactor components ruptured and lost coolant, and the resulting steam explosions and meltdown destroyed the reactor building. This was followed by a reactor
Chernobyl_disaster
1994 industrial disaster at Port Neal Complex, Iowa
conducted by the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) concluded in 1996 that the explosion was initiated by an accelerated thermal decomposition
Port Neal fertilizer plant explosion
Port_Neal_fertilizer_plant_explosion
Copper Die Casting Co., Ltd., Hebei Electric Motor Co., Ltd., Nanyang Explosion Protection Group Co., Ltd. are some of the notable electric motor manufacturing
Electric motor manufacturing industry in China
Electric_motor_manufacturing_industry_in_China
1984 industrial accident near Mexico City, Mexico
The San Juanico disaster involved a series of fires and explosions at a liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) tank farm in the settlement of San Juan Ixhuatepec
San_Juanico_disaster
death toll. It shows the number of fatalities associated with various explosions, structural fires, flood disasters, coal mine disasters, and other notable
List of accidents and disasters by death toll
List_of_accidents_and_disasters_by_death_toll
Gases produced and collected in sewer systems
significant cost for its rehabilitation. Fire protection Indoor air quality Louisville sewer explosions Plumbing Potable cold and hot water supply Rainwater
Sewer_gas
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Biblical
exclusion; separation
Male
English
Anglicized form of Hebrew Gereshom, GERSHOM means "exile, expulsion." In the bible, this is the name of several characters, including a son of Moses.
Surname or Lastname
English
English : variant spelling of Joslin.The Josselyn name appears in Black Point (now Scarborough, ME) before 1638, when the author John Josselyn came to visit his brother Henry, who was for many years a principal representative in eastern New England of the interests of the Mason and Gorges heirs, which were endangered by the Massachusetts Bay colony’s expansion into Maine. Their father was Sir Thomas Josselyn, of Torrell’s Hall in Willingale, Essex, England.
Boy/Male
Hindu
Kind, Explosive, A dynamic person
Boy/Male
Hindu
Fiery tempered (Son of Drona and Kripi. Said to be a partial expansion of Shiva.)
Boy/Male
Tamil
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Fiery tempered (Son of Drona and Kripi. Said to be a partial expansion of Shiva.)
Ashwatthama | à®…à®·à¯à®µà®¤à¯à®¤à®¾à®®à®¾
Male
Hebrew
(גֵּרְש×ï‹×Ÿ) Hebrew name GERESHOWN means "exile, expulsion." In the bible, this is the name of the first son of Levi.Â
Male
Hebrew
(גֵּרְש×ׄ×) Hebrew name GERESHOM means "exile, expulsion." In the bible, this is the name of several characters, including a son of Moses.
Boy/Male
Arabic, Gujarati, Hindu, Indian, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Muslim, Mythological, Sindhi, Tamil, Telugu
Fireworks; Explosive; Dynamic Person; Name of Lord Ganesh
Boy/Male
Hindu
Kind, Explosive, A dynamic person
Girl/Female
Biblical
House of expulsion.
Boy/Male
Hindu
(Son of Vyasa and a palace maidservant; Brother to Dhritarstra and Pandu; counsel to the King of Hatinapur. Vidura was said to be an expansion of Yamaraja, the lord of justice.)
Boy/Male
Bengali, Hindu, Indian, Jain, Kannada, Marathi, Parsi, Sanskrit, Telugu
Fire; Splendor; Explosive; Dynamic
Girl/Female
Biblical
House of expulsion.
Boy/Male
Tamil
Kind, Explosive, A dynamic person
Male
English
Anglicized form of Hebrew Gereshown, GERSHON means "exile, expulsion." In the bible, this is the name of the first son of Levi.Â
Boy/Male
Tamil
Kind, Explosive, A dynamic person
Girl/Female
Biblical
Exclusion, separation.
Boy/Male
Tamil
(Son of Vyasa and a palace maidservant; Brother to Dhritarstra and Pandu; counsel to the King of Hatinapur. Vidura was said to be an expansion of Yamaraja, the lord of justice.)
Boy/Male
Indian, Sanskrit
Development; Expansion
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Boy/Male
Hindu, Indian
Exact; Alert
Girl/Female
Hindu, Indian
A River in Paradise
Boy/Male
Hindu, Indian, Punjabi, Sikh, Telugu
King of God / Lord
Girl/Female
Indian, Sanskrit
Princess
Female
English
English variant spelling of French Marie, MAREE means "obstinacy, rebelliousness" or "their rebellion."
Boy/Male
Celebrity, Hindu, Indian
Lord Vishnu; Similar to Hari; God
Male
English
Variant spelling of English Harvey, HERVEY means "battle worthy."
Girl/Female
Hindu
Belonging to Naarayan, Another name for Durga, Lakshmi and the river ganges
Boy/Male
English
English county name Devon.
Female
German
Variant spelling of German Ottilia, OTTILA means "wealthy."
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n.
The act of exploding; detonation; a chemical action which causes the sudden formation of a great volume of expanded gas; as, the explosion of gunpowder, of fire damp,etc.
n.
A sound produced by an explosive impulse of the breath; (Phonetics) one of consonants p, b, t, d, k, g, which are sounded with a sort of explosive power of voice. [See Guide to Pronunciation, Ã 155-7, 184.]
n.
The developed result of an indicated operation; as, the expansion of (a + b)2 is a2 + 2ab + b2.
a.
Driving or bursting out with violence and noise; causing explosion; as, the explosive force of gunpowder.
a.
Formed by implosion.
n.
Explosion.
v. t.
Firing off; explosive removal of a charge; explosion; letting off; as, a discharge of arrows, of artillery.
n.
Expansion of parts.
n.
A sudden compression of the air in the mouth, simultaneously with and affecting the sound made by the closure of the organs in uttering p, t, or k, at the end of a syllable (see Guide to Pronunciation, //159, 189); also, a similar compression made by an upward thrust of the larynx without any accompanying explosive action, as in the peculiar sound of b, d, and g, heard in Southern Germany.
n.
An explosive agent; a compound or mixture susceptible of a rapid chemical reaction, as gunpowder, or nitro-glycerine.
a.
Explosive.
n.
An instrument or agent causing explosion; an exploder; also, an explosive.
n.
A bursting with violence and loud noise, because of internal pressure; as, the explosion of a gun, a bomb, a steam boiler, etc.
n.
That which is expanded; expanse; extend surface; as, the expansion of a sheet or of a lake; the expansion was formed of metal.
n.
A burst of sound; a sudden explosion.
n.
A bursting open, as of a steam boiler, in a less sudden manner than by explosion. See Explosion.
n.
A burstion inwards, as of a vessel from which the air has been exhausted; -- contrasted with explosion.
n.
A violent outburst of feeling, manifested by excited language, action, etc.; as, an explosion of wrath.
a.
Not explosive.
n.
An explosion, or the noise of one.