fireworks
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/ˈfaɪərˌwɜrks/
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/ˈfaɪəˌwɜːks/
(firework)
explosive display
Etymology
Etymology Information
'fireworks' originates from the combination of 'fire' and 'works', where 'fire' refers to combustion and 'works' refers to the mechanism or display.
Historical Evolution
'fireworks' evolved from the Old English 'fyr' (fire) and 'weorc' (work), eventually becoming the modern English word 'fireworks'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a display of fire', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a pyrotechnic display'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a device containing gunpowder and other combustible chemicals that causes a spectacular explosion when ignited, used for display or in celebrations.
The fireworks lit up the night sky.
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Last updated: 2025/02/03 13:50