eruptions
n. countable B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˌiˈɹəpʃənz// UK //ɪɹˈʌpʃənz// erup·tions
n. sudden and powerful explosions of steam, ash, and hot rock from a volcano. They can also be sudden bursts of noise or strong feelings like anger.
n. sudden, violent discharges of steam, lava, and volcanic material from the earth's crust. Also used figuratively to describe abrupt outbreaks of sound, emotion, or social unrest.
The volcanic eruptions forced many people to leave their homes.
Geologists monitored the mountain for weeks before the minor eruptions finally began to release pressure.
The sudden eruptions of laughter from the back of the auditorium disrupted the speaker's carefully timed delivery, forcing a brief pause in the presentation.
Usage
Plural form of 'eruption'; refers to multiple events or a series of volcanic activities.