Definition

A device or weapon that produces a strong blast or explosion, often used in contexts like demolition or science fiction.

Example

The soldier carried a blaster that could shoot energy beams.

Conversation

Did you see that new sci-fi movie with the crazy blaster effects?

Yeah, it was awesome! The special effects were out of this world.

Right? I loved how they made the blaster sounds so realistic.

Totally! It really added to the action scenes.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Blaster is formed from "blast" (from Middle English "blasten", meaning to blow or burst) and the suffix "-er" (meaning a person or thing that performs an action). The word "blaster" refers to a person or thing that causes a blast or explosion.

Memory Tip

Think of someone or something that 'blasts' — the root 'blast' means to blow or burst, and the '-er' indicates a person or thing that does that action.

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