Detonate Definition & Meaning
detonate
- verb
- cause to burst with a violent release of energy; "We exploded the nuclear bomb"
- burst and release energy as through a violent chemical or physical reaction;"the bomb detonated at noon"; "The Molotov cocktail exploded"
"Detonate" in song lyrics
See how detonate is used in real songs:
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"I get in late my boss about to detonate"
BrassMunk — Whistle While You Work -
"They push the wrong buttons, count down to detonate"
Dead Prez — Psychology -
"But make sure you standin' 50 feet back to detonate"
Demigodz — Heat Speakers
Words that rhyme with detonate
Usage tips for "detonate"
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