Firework vs. Firecracker

Firework vs. Firecracker — Is There a Difference?
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Difference Between Firework and Firecracker

Fireworknoun

A device using gunpowder and other chemicals which, when lit, emits a combination of coloured flames, sparks, whistles or bangs, and sometimes made to rocket high into the sky before exploding, used for entertainment or celebration.

Firecrackernoun

A small explosive device, typically containing a small amount of gunpowder in a tightly-wound roll of paper, primarily designed to produce a large bang.

Fireworknoun

(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.

Firecrackernoun

A peanut butter cracker baked with marijuana, similar in concept to an Alice B. Toklas brownie.

Firecrackernoun

A person who is exciting and/or unpredictable.improve definition, please

Firecrackernoun

firework consisting of a small explosive charge and fuse in a heavy paper casing

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