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English noun: firework

1. firework (artifact) (usually plural) a device with an explosive that burns at a low rate and with colored flames; can be used to illuminate areas or send signals etc.


Synonymspyrotechnic


Broader (hypernym)low explosive


Narrower (hyponym)banger, catherine wheel, cracker, firecracker, fizgig, maroon, pinwheel, rocket, Roman candle, serpent, skyrocket, sparkler, squib, torpedo


Domain usageplural, plural form









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