Christmas cracker
noun /ˌkrɪsməs ˈkrækə(r)/
  /ˌkrɪsməs ˈkrækər/
 (also cracker)
- a tube of coloured paper that makes a loud explosive sound when it is pulled open by two people. Christmas crackers usually contain a paper hat, a small present and a joke, and are used in Britain at Christmas parties and meals.Topics Religion and festivalsc2