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fire·work
 (fīr′wûrk′)n.
1.
a. A device consisting of a combination of explosives and combustibles, set off to generate colored lights, smoke, and noise for amusement.
b. fireworks A display of such devices.
2. fireworks
a. An exciting or spectacular display, as of musical virtuosity.
b. A display of rage or fierce contention.
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firework
(ˈfaɪəˌwÉœËk)n
(Chemistry) a device, such as a Catherine wheel, Roman candle, or rocket, in which combustible materials are ignited and produce coloured flames, sparks, and smoke, sometimes accompanied by bangs
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fire•work
(ˈfaɪərˌwɜrk)n.
1. Often, fireworks. a combustible or explosive device for producing a striking display of light or a loud noise, used for signaling or as part of a celebration.
2. fireworks,
a. a pyrotechnic display.
b. a display of violent temper.
[1550–60]
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| Noun | 1. |  firework - (usually plural) a device with an explosive that burns at a low rate and with colored flames; can be used to illuminate areas or send signals etc.catherine wheel, pinwheel - a circular firework that spins round and round emitting colored fire firecracker, banger - firework consisting of a small explosive charge and fuse in a heavy paper casing fizgig - a firework that fizzes as it moves maroon - an exploding firework used as a warning signal Roman candle - a cylindrical firework that projects a series of colored balls of fire serpent - a firework that moves in serpentine manner when ignited sparkler - a firework that burns slowly and throws out a shower of sparks squib - firework consisting of a tube filled with powder (as a broken firecracker) that burns with a fizzing noise torpedo - a small firework that consists of a percussion cap and some gravel wrapped in paper; explodes when thrown forcefully against a hard surface plural, plural form - the form of a word that is used to denote more than one low explosive - an explosive with a low rate of combustion |
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Translations
ألعاب نارÙيَّه
ohňostrojraketabengál
fyrværkerifyrværkeri-ballade
artfajraĵo
fuego artificial
ilotulite
feu d'artificefeu d’artifice
flugeldasÿning; lætiflugeldur
fuochi d'artificiofuoco artificialefuoco d'artificio
花ç«
bengál
ognjemet
vatromet
havai fişekhavaî fişek
firework
[ˈfaɪəwɜːk]A. N → artilugio m pirotécnico (frm)
a stray firework fell onto the roof → un cohete perdido cayó en el techo fireworks → fuegos mpl artificiales
there'll be fireworks at the meeting (fig) → en la reunión se va a armar la gorda
a stray firework fell onto the roof → un cohete perdido cayó en el techo fireworks → fuegos mpl artificiales
there'll be fireworks at the meeting (fig) → en la reunión se va a armar la gorda
B. CPD firework display N → fuegos mpl artificiales
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fire
(ˈfaiə) noun1. anything that is burning, whether accidentally or not. a warm fire in the kitchen; Several houses were destroyed in a fire.
2. an apparatus for heating. a gas fire; an electric fire.
3. the heat and light produced by burning. Fire is one of man's greatest benefits.
4. enthusiasm. with fire in his heart.
5. attack by gunfire. The soldiers were under fire.
verb1. (of china, pottery etc) to heat in an oven, or kiln, in order to harden and strengthen. The ceramic pots must be fired.
2. to make (someone) enthusiastic; to inspire. The story fired his imagination.
3. to operate (a gun etc) by discharging a bullet etc from it. He fired his revolver three times.
4. to send out or discharge (a bullet etc) from a gun etc. He fired three bullets at the target.
5. (often with at or on) to aim and operate a gun at; to shoot at. They suddenly fired on us; She fired at the target.
6. to send away someone from his/her job; to dismiss. He was fired from his last job for being late.
fire alarm an apparatus (eg a bell) to give warning of a fire. Everyone had to leave the building when the fire alarm rang.
ˈfirearm noun any type of gun. In most countries you need a licence to keep firearms.
ˈfire-brigade noun a company of firemen. Call the fire-brigade!
ˈfire-cracker noun a kind of firework which makes a loud noise.
ˈfire-engine noun a vehicle carrying firemen and their equipment.
ˈfire-escape noun a means of escape from a building in case of fire, usually in the form of a metal staircase on the outside of the building. Hotels should have fire-escapes.
ˈfire-extinguisher noun an apparatus (usually containing chemicals) for putting out fires. There must be fire-extinguishers in every room.
ˈfire-guard noun a metal framework placed in front of a fireplace for safety.
ˈfireman noun a man whose job is to put out accidental fires or those caused deliberately as a criminal act.
ˈfireplace noun a space in a room (usually in a wall) with a chimney above, for a fire. a wide stone fireplace.
ˈfireproof adjective that is made so it cannot catch fire. a fireproof suit.
ˈfireside noun a place beside a fireplace. The old man slept by the fireside; (also adjective) a fireside chair.
ˈfire-station noun the building or buildings where fire-engines and other pieces of equipment used by firemen are kept.
ˈfirewood noun wood that is suitable for burning as fuel. I went into the garden to cut firewood.
ˈfirework noun a small exploding device giving off a colourful display of lights. Rockets are my favourite fireworks; (also adjective) a firework display; If your sister finds out, there'll be fireworks (= a display of anger)!
ˈfiring-squad noun a group of soldiers with guns, to execute a prisoner. He must face the firing-squad.
catch fire to begin to burn. Dry wood catches fire easily.
on fire burning. The building is on fire!
open fire (usually with on) to begin shooting at. The enemy opened fire (on us).
play with fire to do something dangerous or risky. Putting all your money into that business is playing with fire!
set fire to (something) / set (something) on fire to cause (something) to begin burning usually accidentally or deliberately as a criminal act. They set fire to the ambassador's house; She has set the house on fire.
under fire1. being shot at. We have been under fire from the enemy all day.
2. being criticized or blamed. The government is under fire.
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