firecrackers

Meanings

• noun

  Explosive devices containing a bursting charge and often a projectile, used for celebratory purposes.

  - "People light firecrackers during Diwali to celebrate the victory of light over darkness."
  - "The loud bang from the firecracker startled the nearby animals."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with firecrackers
crackers , snappers , poppers

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Variants

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firecracker , firecrackers

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Etymology

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From fire, due to the bright flame produced when ignited, and cracker, due to the loud, explosive sound.

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Trivia

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1. Firecrackers were originally invented in China around the 9th century.

2. The loudest firecracker in the world, 'Big Blast', was created in Russia in 1997 and produced a sound level of 182.5 decibels.

3. Firecrackers are made from a mixture of potassium nitrate, charcoal, sulfur, and a fuel, such as aluminum powder or potassium perchlorate.

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Related Concepts

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1. Fireworks: Fireworks are similar to firecrackers but they produce elaborate and colorful displays in the sky.

2. Explosives: Firecrackers belong to the category of explosives, which are substances that can be caused to explode.

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Culture

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Firecrackers are widely used in various cultures and religions for celebratory purposes. They are commonly used during Diwali, Chinese New Year, and other festivals. In literature, firecrackers have been used as symbols of joy, excitement, and festivity.

How to Memorize "firecrackers"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a red firecracker being ignited and the bright flame followed by a loud bang and a shower of sparks.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'firecrackers' with the image of a celebratory event with loud noises and bright flames.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the word 'firecrackers' as 'Fire, Crack, and Explode'.

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