1. sudden violent explosions or emissions from volcanoes
Usage: geological
2. sudden appearances of rashes or spots on the skin
Usage: medical
3. sudden violent outbursts of emotion or activity
Usage: figurative

Examples

• The volcanic eruptions destroyed several villages.
• Scientists monitor eruptions using special equipment.
• Skin eruptions can be caused by allergic reactions.
• The teenager experienced frequent acne eruptions.
• There were eruptions of laughter throughout the comedy show.
• Political eruptions followed the controversial announcement.
• The eruptions of violence shocked the peaceful community.