blaster
Pronunciation: [ˈblæstər]
Context: “games”
(noun) a blaster is a type of weapon that shoots energy beams instead of bullets. It's often found in video games or movies, especially those that are about space or futuristic themes.
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In the game, I chose a blaster because it shoots laser beams at the enemies.
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My character doesn't use a blaster; instead, she prefers a sword in the game.
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What kind of blaster do you think is the most powerful in the game?
Context: “technology”
(noun) a blaster can also refer to a device or tool that produces strong sound or air blasts. This can be used in things like sound systems or for cleaning.
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We used the blaster to clean the dirt off the old computer parts.
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The blaster wasn't very effective in getting rid of the dust this time.
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How does the sound from the blaster compare to the regular speakers?
Context: “informal”
(verb) to blaster means to play music or sounds very loudly, often for fun. It's like turning up the volume so everyone can hear it.
Example
At the party, we blasted our favorite songs from the speakers.
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We didn't blast any music during study time because it was too distracting.
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Are you going to blast the music at the picnic this weekend?