General Definition: 1. The act of throwing something upwards, or the act of releasing something so that it moves quickly or violently upwards, or anything or any action related to this in context. As a Noun: 1. A sudden violent burst of energy, for example one cause by a bomb. English = explosion. As a Verb or Adjective: 1. Of a bomb, to burst loudly and with great force, often causing a lot of damage. English = explode.