Blasting
/ˈblæstɪŋ/
Definitions
2 meaningsTo use explosives to break or shatter something.
/ˈblæstɪŋ/
To break something apart with explosives.
The miners were blasting through the mountain.
💡 Simply: To break something with a big explosion.
More Examples
The construction company used blasting to clear the land.
How It's Used
"They were blasting rock to create a new tunnel."
"The demolition crew used blasting charges to bring down the old building."
To play music at a very high volume.
/ˈblæstɪŋ/
To play music very loudly.
The DJ was blasting music all night.
💡 Simply: To play music really loud.
More Examples
My neighbor was blasting loud music at 3 AM.
How It's Used
"The band was blasting their latest hit."
From the verb "blast," ultimately from Old English *blǣstan, meaning "to blow."
The word "blast" in its explosive sense has been used since the 16th century, evolving from its older meaning of 'a strong gust of wind'.
Memory tip
Think of a powerful explosion to remember the meaning.