A sudden outbreak or increase in activity or emotion. There was a burst of laughter from the audience.
A sudden, brief spell of energy or activity. He finished the race with a burst of speed.
An instance of something breaking open or apart suddenly and violently. The pipe had a burst, causing water to flood the basement.
A series of shots fired from a gun in quick succession. The soldier fired a burst from his automatic rifle.
A sudden flash or display of light, flame, sound, or other sensation. A burst of fireworks lit up the night sky.
To break open or apart suddenly and violently, especially as a result of an internal pressure. The balloon burst when it was pricked with a pin.
To move suddenly and forcefully in a specified direction. She burst into the room with exciting news.
To suddenly begin doing something as an expression of a strong emotion. He burst out laughing at the joke.
To be full to the point of breaking open. The dam burst after days of heavy rain.
To cause (something) to break open or apart suddenly and violently. She accidentally burst the water balloon over her brother's head.