a type of firework resembling a burning wheel; cf. Catherine wheel, n. 3.

A rotatory firework in the form of a wheel. See also Catherine wheel, n. 3, pinwheel, n. 2.

A kind of circular firework, either for military purposes or for display. Cf. sun wheel, n. 1. Now historical.

A kind of circular firework. Cf. sun, n.1 11. Obsolete.

A kind of firework which rotates, while burning, in the manner of a wheel. (Also called pin-wheel.)

A spirally wound, revolving firework resembling a Catherine wheel, esp. a small one. Chiefly North American.

(see quots.).

A kind of fire-work. Cf. Catherine wheel, n. 3.