Boom ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Boom ( noun )

1. A deep, prolonged, resonant sound.
2. A period of rapid economic growth and development.
3. A sudden increase in a particular activity or phenomenon.

Origin:

Middle english bom, from old english bōm tree trunk, beam; akin to old high german boum tree trunk.

Examples:

1. The boom of the drums could be heard from miles away.
2. The economy experienced a boom during the 1990s.
3. The real estate market is currently experiencing a boom.
4. The city was awakened by the boom of thunder.
5. A boom in the tourism industry has brought new jobs to the area.

(As a verb)

Boom ( verb )

1. A deep, prolonged, resonant sound.
2. A period of rapid economic growth and development.
3. A sudden increase in a particular activity or phenomenon.

Origin:

Middle english bom, from old english bōm tree trunk, beam; akin to old high german boum tree trunk.

Examples:

1. The boom of the drums could be heard from miles away.
2. The economy experienced a boom during the 1990s.
3. The real estate market is currently experiencing a boom.
4. The city was awakened by the boom of thunder.
5. A boom in the tourism industry has brought new jobs to the area.