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firework

[ fahyuhr-wurk ]

noun

  1. Often fireworks. a combustible or explosive device for producing a striking display of light or a loud noise, used for signaling or as part of a celebration.
  2. fireworks,
    1. a pyrotechnic display.
    2. a display of violent temper or fierce activity.
    3. any spectacular display, especially of wit or of a technical feat by a musician or dancer.


firework

/ ˈڲɪəˌɜː /

noun

  1. a device, such as a Catherine wheel, Roman candle, or rocket, in which combustible materials are ignited and produce coloured flames, sparks, and smoke, sometimes accompanied by bangs
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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Word History and Origins

Origin of firework1

First recorded in 1550–60; fire + work
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Another man said he was cooking at home when he heard "two bangs that sounded a bit like fireworks" going off outside on the street.

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Sources familiar with the investigation say much of the focus has been on whether an eight-acre blaze sparked by fireworks a week earlier that firefighters thought they had extinguished in the same area had reignited.

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It was finally unleashed in a wall of sound - fireworks exploded behind the Kop, another fog of red smoke swept around Anfield accompanied by an outpouring of tears from players and fans alike.

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When Golden took the stage, there was a roar of cheers and fireworks exploded over the city.

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A pure popcorn movie would pick fireworks over fleeing to safety, especially when the common wisdom of the time was that sequels were dreck.

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