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firecracker Definition

fire·cracker (-krak′ər)

noun

a usually small paper cylinder that contains an explosive and an attached fuse and makes a sharp noise when exploded: used at celebrations, etc.

firecracker Synonyms

firecracker

n.

cherry bomb, cannon cracker, cracker*; see fireworks.

firecracker Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • put: But current plans alone will put a firecracker under the most underdeveloped sector - distribution.
  • throw: Windows were smashed, a ticket kiosk trashed and firecrackers thrown at security.
  • light: They filled the arrow shaft 3/4 full with Black powder, dropped in the lit firecracker and ran for cover.

Adjective modifier

  • Chinese: We always carry a large stock of Chinese Firecrackers in various sizes.
  • real: Their next album - rumors persist of the Thin White Duke producing - should be a real firecracker.
  • big: Now you can ask them to attack anywhere, and they will form a big firecracker!
  • light: Chinese New Year can be a noisy time too, because people light firecrackers.

Preposition: in

  • process: Play fun puzzle... d descended, clinging valiantly to a basket which apparently contained a pack of firecrackers in process of explosion.

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