Definitions for FIREWORKS
fire·works

WiktionaryRate this definition:3.8 / 4 votes

1. fireworksnoun

   Plural and collective of firework.

2. fireworksnoun

   An event or a display where fireworks are set off.

3. fireworksnoun

   An boisterous or violent situation or event.

   I left the room after John came home drunk but before the fireworks went off.

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1. Fireworks

   Fireworks is a song by Canadian recording artist Drake from his debut album Thank Me Later. The song features singer Alicia Keys, who previously worked with Drake on the single "Un-Thinkable (I'm Ready)". Originally, it was supposed to be the fourth single, but it was changed to Fancy.

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1. Fireworks

   Fireworks are a class of explosive pyrotechnic devices used for aesthetic and culture, and religious purposes. The most common use of a firework is as part of a fireworks display. A fireworks event is a display of the effects produced by firework devices. Fireworks competitions are also regularly held at a number of places. Fireworks take many forms to produce the four primary effects: noise, light, smoke and floating materials. They may be designed to burn with flames and sparks of many colors, typically red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple, and silver. Displays are common throughout the world and are the focal point of many cultural and religious celebrations. The earliest documentation of fireworks dates back to 7th century China, where they were invented. The fireworks were used to accompany many festivities. It is a part of the culture of China and had its origin there; eventually it spread to other cultures and societies. Important events and festivities such as the Spring Festival and the Mid-Autumn Festival were and still are times when fireworks are guaranteed sights. China is the largest manufacturer and exporter of fireworks in the world.

Military Dictionary and GazetteerRate this definition:5.0 / 1 vote

1. fireworks

   Are various combustible preparations used in war. See Pyrotechny.

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1. fireworks

   Song lyrics by fireworks -- Explore a large variety of song lyrics performed by fireworks on the Lyrics.com website.

How to pronounce FIREWORKS?

1. Alex

   US English

   David

   US English

   Mark

   US English

   Daniel

   British

   Libby

   British

   Mia

   British

   Karen

   Australian

   Hayley

   Australian

   Natasha

   Australian

   Veena

   Indian

   Priya

   Indian

   Neerja

   Indian

   Zira

   US English

   Oliver

   British

   Wendy

   British

   Fred

   US English

   Tessa

   South African

How to say FIREWORKS in sign language?

Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of FIREWORKS in Chaldean Numerology is: 9

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of FIREWORKS in Pythagorean Numerology is: 7

Examples of FIREWORKS in a Sentence

1. Marine Corps veteran Brian Vargas:

   The sound waves of fireworks are so triggering to many veterans, the impact of the emotional distress spills out into our lives, causing flashbacks and anger. We check and re-check our locks and stay up all night.

2. Douglas Kratt:

   Even if you didn't set off fireworks yourself, debris can make The Fourth way into your yard, where curious animals may pick it up to play with or eat.

3. Terry Gordon:

   Even though this laboratory has requirements for importing and the safety of fireworks testing, it's not broad enough to capture all the fireworks that should be made illegal.

4. President Donald Trump:

   I called up our people and within about 15 minutes we got it approved and you're going to have your first big fireworks display at Mt. Rushmore.

5. John Murphy:

   I said, ‘Come on, guys, were you carrying fireworks?’ And they said no. And I believed them, that was no normal firework. This wasn’t an M80 or a cherry bomb. Some something much more serious. I saw a diver that reminded me of impact craters.

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References

1. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Fireworks
2. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fireworks
3. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=FIREWORKS
4. ^ Military Dictionary and Gazetteer
   https://www.gutenberg.org/cache/epub/59563/pg59563-images.html