outbreak

US /ˈaʊtˌbrek/

UK /ˈaʊtbreɪk/

B2
n. (c./u.)Noun (Countable/Uncountable)Sudden occurrence of illness, discontent etc.
The outbreak of hostilities
n. (c./u.)Noun (Countable/Uncountable)A sudden occurrence of something unwelcome, such as war or disease.
The outbreak of the disease caused widespread panic.
n. (c./u.)Noun (Countable/Uncountable)A sudden start or increase of fighting or other violence.
The outbreak of violence in the city led to numerous arrests.
n. (c./u.)Noun (Countable/Uncountable)A sudden bursting forth; eruption.
The outbreak of fire destroyed the forest.

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