A strong gust of wind or air. The blast of cold air hit him as soon as he opened the door.
An explosion or violent detonation. The blast from the fireworks could be heard miles away.
The blast of the horn startled everyone in the room.
A very enjoyable or exciting experience. The party was a blast, and everyone had a great time.
A sudden, intense outburst of something, such as noise or emotion. There was a blast of laughter from the audience.
A fungal or bacterial disease that causes sudden withering or blighting of plants, especially cereal crops. Rice farmers fear blast because it can wipe out entire fields in just days.
To use explosives to destroy or break apart something. The construction crew blasted the old building to make way for the new development.
To make a loud, sudden noise. The speakers blasted music throughout the entire house during the party.
To criticize someone or something harshly. The critics blasted the movie for its lack of originality and poor acting.
To shoot or hit with great force. The player blasted the ball into the net, scoring the winning goal.
To move very quickly or forcefully. The rocket blasted off into space, beginning its journey to the moon.
To direct a strong jet of air, water, or other force at someone or something. He blasted the mud off the car with a pressure washer.