boom (EN)

verb, noun, interjection

verb “boom”

1. to grow quickly and become more successful or larger
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   After launching its innovative app, the startup boomed, doubling its revenue in just six months.
2. the act of producing a deep and loud sound
   The cannon boomed, echoing across the battlefield.

noun “boom”

1. the condition of rapid increase or growth
   The city experienced a housing boom, with new apartments popping up everywhere.
2. a deep and resonant sound, often from an explosion
   The distant boom of fireworks filled the night air.
3. a long pole attached to the bottom of a sail for adjusting its position
   As the wind changed direction, the sailor quickly adjusted the boom to catch the breeze.
4. a floating barrier used to block passage in waterways
   The city installed a boom across the river to stop debris from entering the water supply.
5. a device for holding a microphone or camera, often extendable
   The director asked the crew member to lower the boom so the microphone could better capture the actor's dialogue.

interjection “boom”

1. an expression mimicking the sound of an explosion
   As the fireworks lit up the sky, everyone oohed and aahed at the loud "boom" that followed.
2. an expression indicating a sudden or unexpected event
   I forgot to study for the test, and then boom, The teacher announces a pop quiz.