English · Phrasal verb Candidate

burst forth

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Meaning · English

To erupt.

Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

I am inventing a language which must necessarily burst forth from a very new poetics, that could be defined in a couple of words: Paint, not the thing, but the effect it produces.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “burst forth” mean?

To erupt.

Is “burst forth” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.

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