blow-up vs explosion

blow-up

noun
  • An explosion (physical or emotional). 

  • An enlargement (e.g. of a photograph). 

adj
  • Inflatable; able to be blown up. 

explosion

noun
  • The sound of an explosion. 

  • A sudden outburst. 

  • A sudden uncontrolled increase. 

  • A violent release of energy (sometimes mechanical, nuclear, or chemical.) 

  • A bursting due to pressure. 

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