Dictionary entryCEFR B1verb

burst

IPA pronunciation: /bɜːst/

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Russian meaning

лопнуть, взорваться, разорваться

English definition

To break open suddenly, especially because of pressure from inside.

Example

The balloon burst with a loud pop.

Collocations

burst into tears
burst out laughing
burst pipe
burst into flames

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