Definition of "Burst" :

noun: the act of exploding or bursting

"The burst of an atom bomb creates enormous radiation aloft."

noun: a sudden flurry of activity (often for no obvious reason)

"A burst of applause."

noun: rapid simultaneous discharge of firearms

noun: a sudden intense happening

"An outburst of heavy rain."

verb: burst outward, usually with noise

verb: come open suddenly and violently, as if from internal pressure

"The bubble burst."

verb: break open or apart suddenly and forcefully

"The dam burst."

verb: emerge suddenly

"The sun burst into view."

verb: force out or release suddenly and often violently something pent up

verb: move suddenly, energetically, or violently

"He burst out of the house into the cool night."

verb: cause to burst

verb: be in a state of movement or action