firecracker

noun

fire·​crack·​er ˈfī(-ə)r-ˌkra-kər How to pronounce firecracker (audio)
: a usually paper cylinder containing an explosive and a fuse and set off to make a noise

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At the end of the march, some protesters threw firecrackers and crowd-control barriers at anti-riot police, who responded with water cannons and tear gas. CNN Money, 14 Oct. 2025 People light candles, lamps and firecrackers to symbolize good triumphing over evil, knowledge over ignorance and light over darkness. Angela Rodriguez, Sacbee.com, 12 Oct. 2025 This firecracker but total precision. Nick Romano, Entertainment Weekly, 2 Oct. 2025 Finally, the engine itself was a real firecracker. Peter Nelson, Forbes.com, 20 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for firecracker

Word History

First Known Use

1823, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of firecracker was in 1823

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“Firecracker.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/firecracker. Accessed 23 Oct. 2025.

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firecracker

noun
fire·​crack·​er -ˌkrak-ər How to pronounce firecracker (audio)
: a paper tube containing an explosive and set off to make a noise

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