popper

/ˈpɑpər/
noun
  1. A small toy that makes a popping sound when pulled apart or thrown against a hard surface.
    • The kids had fun throwing poppers at the wall during the party.
    • She bought a pack of party poppers for New Year's Eve.
    • The popper snapped loudly when he pulled the two ends apart.
  2. A type of fishing lure that makes a popping noise on the water's surface to attract fish.
    • Using a popper is a great way to catch fish that feed near the surface.
    • The fisherman tied a red-and-white popper to his line.
    • He cast a popper near the lily pads and waited for a bass to strike.
  3. A device or mechanism that pops something, such as a popcorn popper or a valve that opens with a pop.
    • The air popper made a batch of popcorn in just a few minutes.
    • The pressure cooker has a safety popper that releases steam.
    • He used a corn popper to make snacks for the movie.
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