Meaning of the word "population explosion" in English

What does "population explosion" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

population explosion

US /pɑːp.jəˈleɪ.ʃən ɪkˈsploʊ.ʒən/
UK /pɒp.jəˈleɪ.ʃən ɪkˈspləʊ.ʒən/

Noun

a sudden large increase in the size of a population

Example:
The country is facing a severe challenge due to the rapid population explosion.
Concerns about the global population explosion have led to discussions on sustainable development.