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fire⋅work

  [fahyuhr-wurk]
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–noun
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 or fierce activity.
c. any spectacular display, esp. of wit or of a technical feat by a musician or dancer.
Origin:
1550–60; fire + work
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fire·work   (fīr'wûrk')   
n.  
    1. A device consisting of a combination of explosives and combustibles, set off to generate colored lights, smoke, and noise for amusement.
    2. fireworks A display of such devices.
    3. An exciting or spectacular display, as of musical virtuosity.
    4. A display of rage or fierce contention.
  2. fireworks
    1. An exciting or spectacular display, as of musical virtuosity.
    2. A display of rage or fierce contention.
The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
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