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单词 firework
释义 firework
\ˈ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷\ noun
Usage: often attributive
1. : a device for producing a striking display (as of light, noise, or smoke) by the combustion of explosive or flammable compositions especially for exhibition, signaling, or illumination and typically consisting of a paper case containing combustible material (as charcoal, sulfur, or a metal powder), an oxidizing agent (as a nitrate or chlorate), and a metal salt as coloring agent if color is desired : pyrotechnic
 < the sodium rocket was not merely a beautiful … fireworkTime >
2. fireworks plural : a display of fireworks
 < the celebration was marked by fireworks and much oratory >
3.
 a. fireworks plural but sometimes singular in construction : a display of fiery temper, great excitement, or intense activity
  < whenever those two get together there were sure to be fireworks >
  < political fireworks >
  < a fireworks of rage — W.A.White >
 b. : a spectacular display (as of musical or verbal brilliance
  < a natural firework of … wit too good to print — Winthrop Sargeant >
  — usually used in plural
  < many Spanish dancers tend to overdo the fireworksDance Observer >
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