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irrupt Definition

ir·rupt (i rupt′)

intransitive verb

  1. to burst suddenly or violently (into)
  2. Ecol. to increase abruptly in size of population

Etymology: < L irruptus, pp. of irrumpere, to break in: see in- & rupture

irrupt Related Forms
ir·rup′·tion noun ir·rup′·tive adjective

Browse dictionary entries near irrupt

  1. ‹ irritative
  2. ‹ irritation
  3. ‹ irritating
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  5. ‹ irritate
  6. ‹ irritant
  7. ‹ irritable bowel syndrome
  8. ‹ irritable
  9. ‹ irritability
  10. ‹ irriguous
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