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2 Usage Examples Depicting the Meaning of 'Detonate' in a Sentence

"To explode suddenly and violently." more

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Environmentalists fear that, over the years, companies will have been detonating harmful chemicals underground.
Environmentalists have been detonating carefully planned explosions to break down large ice formations and prevent ice dams.

Detonate

det-n-eyt
verbTo explode suddenly and violently.
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Last Updated On: May 30, 2024
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