A erupção
Example: A erupção do vulcão assustou todos os moradores da cidade.
Definition
"A erupção" refers to the sudden and violent release of substances such as lava, gas, or ash from a volcano. It can also mean any sudden outbreak or outbreak-like event that causes disruption or alarm, as in the eruption of a volcano frightening city residents.
Etymology
"A erupção" comes from the Latin word 'eruptio,' which means 'a breaking out or bursting forth.' This word combines 'e-' meaning 'out' and 'ruptio' meaning 'a breaking,' describing the forceful expulsion characteristic of eruptions. Did you know that the term is used not only for volcanic activities but also metaphorically for any sudden intense event?
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