implode /im-plōdˈ/

1. To (cause to) collapse inwards suddenly and violently
2. To pronounce or sound by implosion (phonetics)

implōdˈent noun

An implosive sound

implosion /-plōˈzhən/ noun

1. A collapsing inwards
2. In the formation of voiceless stops, compression of enclosed air by simultaneous stoppage of the mouth parts and the glottis (phonetics)
3. Inrush of air in a suction stop (phonetics)
4. (in behaviour therapy) a method of treating phobias in which the patient is exposed intensively to the object of fear (also called flooding; psychology)

implosive /-plōsˈiv or -plōzˈ/ adjective

Of or relating to implosion

1. An implosive consonant
2. A suction stop or (sometimes) a click

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