detonation
UK /dɛtəˈneɪʃən/ US /dɛtəˈneɪʃən/
noun 3
Definitions
noun
1
An explosion or sudden report made by the near-instantaneous decomposition or combustion of unstable substances. Specifically, combustion that spreads supersonically via shock compression.
the detonation of gun cotton
2
An explosion or sudden report made by the near-instantaneous decomposition or combustion of unstable substances. Specifically, combustion that spreads supersonically via shock compression.
a nuclear detonation
carbon detonation
3
Engine knocking, a type of improper combustion in gasoline piston engines.
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