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Emplosive

Definition:

Emplosive is a linguistic term used to describe a type of sound produced when air flow is blocked and then released in a sudden and explosive manner.

Part of Speech:

Noun, Adjective

Senses:

Sense 1:

A noun that refers to a speech sound characterized by a sudden release of breath after a complete closure.

Example: The "p" in the word "pop" is an emplosive.

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Sense 2:

An adjective that describes something related to or characterized by an emplosive sound.

Example: The emplosive nature of firecrackers startled the neighbors.

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Sense 3 (Local):

In some local dialects, emplosive can mean a person who is highly energetic and enthusiastic.

Example: Mike is the emplosive of the office, always bringing high energy to team meetings.

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