Roman candle

noun

: a cylindrical firework that discharges at intervals balls or stars of fire

Word History

First Known Use

1769, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Roman candle was in 1769

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“Roman candle.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Roman%20candle. Accessed 27 Mar. 2023.

Kids Definition

Roman candle

noun
: a firework that is a long tube that shoots out balls or stars of fire one at a time
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