a destructive wave of highly compressed air spreading outwards from an explosion

they were thrown backwards by the blast

a strong gust of wind or air

the icy blast hit them

a single loud note of a horn, whistle, or similar

a blast of the ship's siren

a severe reprimand

I braced myself for the inevitable blast

an enjoyable experience or lively party

it could turn out to be a real blast

blow up or break apart (something solid) with explosives

the school was blasted by an explosion

be very loud; make a loud noise

music was blasting from the speakers

fierce techno riffs blasted out from the sound system

kick or strike (a ball) hard

the striker blasted the free kick into the net

criticize fiercely

the school was blasted by government inspectors

(of a wind or other natural force) wither, shrivel, or blight (a plant)

corn blasted before it be grown up

expressing annoyance

‘Blast! The car won't start!’