epappose

/ɛˈpæpoʊziː/

Definitions

1. verb

to cause to burst forth or explode

“The explosion was caused by a faulty ignition system which epapposed the fuel inside the engine.”

2. verb

to force something out of a container or a closed space

“The strong winds epapposed the sand from the dunes.”

Synonyms

  • burst
  • explode
  • force

Antonyms

  • enclose
  • seal