Backdraft

//ˈbækˌdɹæft// noun

noun ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    Sudden, dangerous recombustion that occurs when there is a rapid reintroduction of oxygen to an enclosed space containing a fire. US

Etymology

From back + draft.

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smoke explosion

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