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firecracker
noun fire·crack·er \-ˌkra-kər\
: a small paper cylinder that is filled with an explosive and that produces a loud noise when it explodes
Full Definition of FIRECRACKER
: a usually paper cylinder containing an explosive and a fuse and set off to make a noise
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First Known Use of FIRECRACKER
1829
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firecracker
noun fire·crack·er \ˈfīr-ˌkra-kər\
Definition of FIRECRACKER for Kids
: a paper tube containing an explosive to be set off for amusement
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