+A **plosive** is a [consonant](/wiki/consonant) sound formed by completely blocking airflow in the vocal tract, then releasing it with a sudden burst. This creates a distinct, sharp sound, a tiny explosion of air. It's a fundamental concept in [phonetics](/wiki/phonetics).
+## See also
+- [Fricative](/wiki/fricative)
+- [Stop](/wiki/stop)
+- [Affricate](/wiki/affricate)
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