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

The massive sparkler, estimated to be worth about $2 million, was designed to resemble the glass ceiling of the Grand Palais in Paris. —Ariana Quihuiz, PEOPLE, 11 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

The interplay of the sparklers with sterling silver or 14-karat yellow gold will flatter every skin tone while putting a smile on every face, making this four-figure investment completely and utterly worth it. —Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 6 Nov. 2025

There will also be a new holiday drink — the holly jolly sparkler holiday beverage, made with cranberry, lime and Sprite. —Helena Wegner, Miami Herald, 22 Oct. 2025

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