Eruption

/ɪˈrʌpʃən/ noun

Definition

A sudden violent explosion or outburst, especially from a volcano, or a sudden breaking out or appearance.

Etymology

From Latin 'eruptio,' from 'erupt' meaning 'to break out.' The prefix 'e-' means 'out' and 'rumpere' means 'to break.'

Kelly Says

The 1815 Mount Tambora eruption was so powerful it made global temperatures drop by 0.4°C and caused what's called 'the Year Without a Summer,' affecting harvests worldwide.

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