Blowup ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Blowup ( noun )

1. An explosion.
2. A sudden outburst of anger or violence.
3. A large photograph or poster that has been enlarged.

Origin:

Late 19th century: from blow up in the sense "cause to explode".

Examples:

1. The blowup of the factory was caused by a gas leak.
2. He had a blowup with his boss over a minor mistake.
3. The company used a blowup of the product for the trade show.
4. The blowup of the balloon caused the children to scream in excitement.
5. The blowup of the argument ended in a physical fight.

(As a verb)

Blowup ( verb )

1. An explosion.
2. A sudden outburst of anger or violence.
3. A large photograph or poster that has been enlarged.

Origin:

Late 19th century: from blow up in the sense "cause to explode".

Examples:

1. The blowup of the factory was caused by a gas leak.
2. He had a blowup with his boss over a minor mistake.
3. The company used a blowup of the product for the trade show.
4. The blowup of the balloon caused the children to scream in excitement.
5. The blowup of the argument ended in a physical fight.