# brisance

> English word · Noun · IPA /ˈbɹiːzɑ̃s/

## Definitions
1. The shattering effect of the energy released in an explosion.

## Etymology
From French brisant, present participle of briser (“to break”).

## Source
Compiled from Wiktionary via kaikki.org (CC BY-SA). Data vintage: 2026-05-06.
Canonical page: https://plainspell.com/en/word/brisance