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1 a: a violent gust of wind b: the effect or accompaniment (as sleet) of such a gust2: the sound produced by an impulsion of air through a wind instrument or whistle3: something resembling a gust of wind: as a: a stream of air or gas forced through a hole b: a vehement outburst c: the continuous blowing to which a charge of ore or metal is subjected in a blast furnace 4 a: a sudden pernicious influence or effect <the blast of a huge epidemic> b: a disease of plants marked by the formation of destructive lesions on leaves and inflorescences5 a: an explosion or violent detonation b: the shock wave of an explosion c: a forceful hit (as in baseball) or shot (as in soccer or golf)
; especially : home run6: speed, capacity, operation <go full blast> <in full blast>7: an enjoyably exciting experience, occasion, or event <I had a blast>
; especially : party
— blast from the past
: a striking reminder of an earlier time : something that excites nostalgia
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