plosion

Plural: plosions

Noun

• The rapid release of air after the articulation of a stop consonant.
• the terminal forced release of pressure built up during the occlusive phase of a stop consonant
• Pronunciation of a consonant that is characterised by completely blocking the flow of air through the mouth.

Examples

• The forceful PLOSION of the ’P’ sound made ’PLOP’ feel particularly impactful on the board.

Synonyms

explosion

Related Words

plosive