Definitions

1. noun

a round mass of gas or air enclosed in a liquid film, typically transparent, and often floating on the surface of the liquid.

“The soap bubble floated gently through the air, reflecting the sunlight.”

2. verb

to form or create bubbles, typically in a liquid.

“The kids loved blowing bubbles with the wand and watching them pop.”

3. verb

to become or seem to become inflated or swollen, like a bubble.

“Her pride began to bubble up at the thought of her accomplishment.”

4. noun

an area of activity or excitement, especially one that is temporary or short-lived.

“The music festival created a lot of buzz and became a major bubble in the city’s social scene.”

5. noun

a situation or condition that is fragile or likely to collapse or be revealed as false.

“The company’s financial bubble burst when the news of their bankruptcy broke.”