1. sudden bursting of a tire while driving
2. a decisive victory in a competition or game
Usage: informal
3. elaborate parties or celebrations
Usage: informal

Examples

• The truck had two blowouts on the highway during the long trip.
• We kept spare tires in case of blowouts on the mountain roads.
• The basketball game ended in a blowout with a final score of 98-65.
• Their team suffered several blowouts during the losing season.
• The company is famous for throwing expensive blowouts for their employees.
• The oil rig experienced dangerous blowouts that required emergency response.
• Birthday blowouts at that restaurant always include live music.
• Preventing blowouts is a major safety concern in offshore drilling.