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Word: Blowup

Part of Speech: Noun

Basic Definition:
  1. Photographic Print: A "blowup" can refer to a photograph that has been made larger than its original size. For example, a small picture taken with a camera might be printed as a big poster.

  2. Expression of Emotion: A blowup can also mean a strong or uncontrolled expression of feelings, usually anger or frustration. For example, if someone gets very upset and yells, that’s a blowup.

  3. Explosion: In a more scientific context, a blowup can refer to a violent explosion, like when a chemical reaction causes a big explosion.

Usage Instructions:
  • Use "blowup" when discussing photography, emotional reactions, or explosions. Make sure to understand the context to choose the correct meaning.
Examples:
  1. Photographic Print: "We decided to get a blowup of our wedding photo to hang on the wall."
  2. Expression of Emotion: "He had a blowup during the meeting when his ideas were dismissed."
  3. Explosion: "The factory experienced a blowup due to a gas leak."
Advanced Usage:
  • You might see "blowup" used in discussions about art and photography when referring to enlargements for exhibitions.
  • In psychology, it could be discussed in the context of emotional regulation when someone frequently has blowups.
Word Variants:
  • Blow up (verb): To enlarge a photograph or to explode.
    • Example: "I need to blow up this picture for the presentation."
Different Meanings:
  • In different contexts, "blowup" can refer to different types of explosions (like in movies or scientific experiments) or to more figurative uses (like a major argument).
Synonyms:
  • For photographic print: enlargement, poster
  • For emotional expression: outburst, tantrum
  • For explosion: blast, detonation
Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:
  • "Have a blowup": This phrase means to have a sudden outburst of anger.
    • Example: "She had a blowup when she found out someone had taken her lunch."
Summary:

"Blowup" is a versatile word that can mean a large photograph, a strong emotional outburst, or an explosion.

Noun
  1. a photographic print that has been enlarged
  2. an unrestrained expression of emotion
  3. a violent release of energy caused by a chemical or nuclear reaction

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