boom
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verb \ˈbüm\Definition of BOOM
intransitive verb
1
: to make a deep hollow sound
2
a : to increase in importance, popularity, or esteem b : to experience a sudden rapid growth and expansion usually with an increase in prices <business was booming> c : to develop rapidly in population and importance <California boomed when gold was discovered there> d : to increase greatly in size or number <the population boomed>
transitive verb
1
: to cause to resound —often used with out <his voice booms out the lyrics>
2
: to cause a rapid growth or increase of : boost
3
: to hit or kick forcefully <boom a punt>
Examples of BOOM
- the sound of the bass drum booming
- His voice boomed out across the congregation.
- She boomed commands from the stern of the ship.
- “What's going on here?” he boomed.
- Housing construction has boomed in the past year.
- Last year we almost had to close the store, but now business is booming.
Origin of BOOM
Middle English bomben, bummen, of imitative origin
First Known Use: 15th century
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