burst (Noun) — The act of exploding or bursting. ex. "the burst of an atom bomb creates enormous radiation aloft"
burst (Noun) — Rapid simultaneous discharge of firearms. ex. "our burst from the left flank caught them by surprise"
burst (Noun) — A sudden flurry of activity (often for no obvious reason). ex. "a burst of applause"
burst (Noun) — A sudden intense happening. ex. "a burst of lightning"
burst (Verb) — Come open suddenly and violently, as if from internal pressure. ex. "The bubble burst"
burst (Verb) — Force out or release suddenly and often violently something pent up. ex. "burst into tears"
burst (Verb) — Burst outward, usually with noise. ex. "The champagne bottle burst"
burst (Verb) — Move suddenly, energetically, or violently. ex. "He burst out of the house into the cool night"
burst (Verb) — Be in a state of movement or action. ex. "The room burst with screaming children"
burst (Verb) — Emerge suddenly. ex. "The sun burst into view"
burst (Verb) — Cause to burst.
burst (Verb) — Break open or apart suddenly and forcefully. ex. "The dam burst"