sparkler

noun

spar·​kler ˈspär-klər How to pronounce sparkler (audio)
: one that sparkles: such as
a
b
: a firework that throws off brilliant sparks on burning

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Adding to the allure, some sparklers have not been seen for decades — possibly giving Princess Charlotte an enviable selection from the world's best jewelry box one day. Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 7 Dec. 2025 People often arrive just before dusk to find a good spot as the levee is quick to fill with families, lawn chairs, coolers, and kids racing back and forth with sparklers. Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 27 Nov. 2025 California sparklers One doesn’t need to drink actual Champagne to experience truly excellent bubbles. Laura Ness, Mercury News, 23 Nov. 2025 For a crowd-pleasing welcome without any fuss, reach for a palate priming sparkler—think cava, prosecco, Lambrusco, and beyond. Anna Lee C. Iijima, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for sparkler

Word History

First Known Use

1713, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of sparkler was in 1713

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“Sparkler.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sparkler. Accessed 16 Dec. 2025.

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sparkler

noun
spar·​kler ˈspär-klər How to pronounce sparkler (audio)
1
2
: a firework that throws off very bright sparks as it burns

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