Emily Dickinson Lexicon

EX-PLODE, v.t.

1. To decry or reject with noise; to express disapprobation of, with noise or marks of contempt; as, to explode a play on the stage. Hence,
2. To reject with any marks of disapprobation or disdain; to treat with contempt, and drive from notice; to drive into disrepute; or in general, to condemn; reject; to cry down. Astrology is now exploded.
3. To drive out with violence and noise. [Little used.] The kindled powder exploded the ball. Blackmore.