blowout
UK: /ˈbləʊaʊt/ | US: /ˈbloʊaʊt/
n. a sudden rupture or failure (e.g., of a tire or container)
n. an uncontrolled release of oil or gas from a well
n. (informal) a lavish party or celebration
n. (hair styling) a drying and styling technique for hair
The word "blowout" combines "blow" (Old English blāwan, meaning "to expel air") and "out" (Old English ūt, meaning "externally"). Originally describing physical bursts (e.g., tire explosions), it later expanded metaphorically to uncontrolled releases (e.g., oil wells) and celebratory events (emphasizing excess). The hair-styling sense derives from the "blowing air outward" action during drying.
The car swerved dangerously after a tire blowout on the highway.
The oil rig crew struggled to contain the blowout.
She hosted a blowout for her 30th birthday with live music and gourmet food.
I treated myself to a salon blowout before the wedding.
The budget meeting turned into a financial blowout due to unexpected costs.