firework

/ˈfaɪərˌwɜrk/
noun
  1. A small explosive device that produces colorful lights, loud noises, or smoke when lit, used for entertainment on special occasions.
    • The sky was filled with bright fireworks on New Year's Eve.
    • The children watched the fireworks display from the park.
    • We bought a box of fireworks for the Fourth of July celebration.
  2. A spectacular display of emotion, excitement, or conflict.
    • The final scene of the movie was pure emotional fireworks.
    • There were fireworks at the meeting when the two managers disagreed.
    • Their argument caused fireworks among the whole family.
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