firework

Noun
  1. (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. (synset 103353300)
    domain usage: plural, plural form - the form of a word that is used to denote more than one
    is a type of: low explosive - an explosive with a low rate of combustion
    subtypes:
    • catherine wheel, pinwheel - a circular firework that spins round and round emitting colored fire
    • banger, cracker, firecracker - firework consisting of a small explosive charge and fuse in a heavy paper casing
    • fizgig - a firework that fizzes as it moves
    • maroon - an exploding firework used as a warning signal
    • roman candle - a cylindrical firework that projects a series of colored balls of fire
    • serpent - a firework that moves in serpentine manner when ignited
    • rocket, skyrocket - sends a firework display high into the sky
    • sparkler - a firework that burns slowly and throws out a shower of sparks
    • squib - firework consisting of a tube filled with powder (as a broken firecracker) that burns with a fizzing noise
    • torpedo - a small firework that consists of a percussion cap and some gravel wrapped in paper; explodes when thrown forcefully against a hard surface
    same as: pyrotechnic

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