sparkler

noun

spar·​kler ˈspär-klər 

: one that sparkles: such as

a

: diamond

b

: a firework that throws off brilliant sparks on burning

c

: sparkling wine

Examples of sparkler in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Zendaya let the gown shine, keeping her accessories simple with her go-to Christian Louboutin So Kate pumps, a Rolex on her left wrist, and two diamond rings, including her engagement sparkler. — Afia Asamoah, InStyle, 24 July 2026

Even the players participated, some with sparklers around the dugout, or talking to the kids on the field. — Ian Miller Outkick, FOXNews.com, 15 July 2026

Daughter North was spotted, too (ahead of her Kimokawaii coheadlining tour), wearing long aqua blue braids, full makeup and chunky sneakers, holding a peace sign and sparkler. — Taijuan Moorman, USA Today, 14 July 2026

In a video shared to Instagram on Friday, July 10, the tennis star, 27, gave a behind-the-scenes look at her sparkler. — Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 10 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1713, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

sparkler

noun

spar·​kler ˈspär-klər 

1

: diamond sense 1b

2

: a firework that throws off very bright sparks as it burns