Meaning ofdetonationin English

Noun

1. a sudden explosive decomposition (of unstable substances); combustion
   The detonation of the explosive device caused significant damage.
2. a sudden explosion (exothermic process) producing shock
   Engine knocking is a type of detonation that can harm the engine.
3. engine knocking (improper combustion) in gasoline engines
   The sudden detonation produced a shockwave that shattered windows.