Detonation ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Detonation ( noun )

1. An explosion, especially one caused by a bomb or other explosive device.
2. The action of detonating a bomb or other explosive device.

Origin:

Late 19th century: from french détonation, from détoner "explode", from de- "completely" + toner "thunder".

Examples:

1. The building was destroyed in the detonation of a car bomb.
2. The detonation of the nuclear bomb resulted in widespread destruction.
3. The sound of the detonation was heard for miles.
4. The detonation of the explosive caused a shockwave that could be felt for miles around.
5. The detonation of the bomb was caught on video and used as evidence in the trial.

(As a verb)

Detonation ( verb )

1. An explosion, especially one caused by a bomb or other explosive device.
2. The action of detonating a bomb or other explosive device.

Origin:

Late 19th century: from french détonation, from détoner "explode", from de- "completely" + toner "thunder".

Examples:

1. The building was destroyed in the detonation of a car bomb.
2. The detonation of the nuclear bomb resulted in widespread destruction.
3. The sound of the detonation was heard for miles.
4. The detonation of the explosive caused a shockwave that could be felt for miles around.
5. The detonation of the bomb was caught on video and used as evidence in the trial.