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 Definitions of blowup  [ˈbloʊˌʌp]  

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Definition of 'blowup' Random House Webster's College Dictionary 

1. (n.) blowup
an explosion.

2.  blowup
a violent argument, outburst of temper, or the like, esp. one resulting in estrangement.

3.  blowup
Also, blow-up. an enlargement of a photograph.

Etymology:  (1800–10)

Definition of 'blowup' Princeton's WordNet 

1. (noun) explosion, detonation, blowup
a violent release of energy caused by a chemical or nuclear reaction

2. (noun) effusion, gush, outburst, blowup, ebullition
an unrestrained expression of emotion

3. (noun) enlargement, blowup, magnification
a photographic print that has been enlarged



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