squib
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8.9
A small tube firework that makes a fizzing sound
- noun
- /skwɪb/
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petardo
- squib kick
- a damp squib
- a little squib
Examples
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Some morning papers carried a squib about Eve's performance.
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These are the squibs.
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Special effects, squibs.
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A squib kick doesn't work as Hairston kicks it out of bounds.
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Squibs armed and ready.
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The magician set off a squib that created a small burst of colorful sparks.
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At the celebration, they lit a squib to announce the start of the fireworks display.
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The children watched in awe as the squib fizzed and crackled before going out.
Synonyms
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7.9
A small firework that makes a hissing sound and sparks
focuses on the small tube filled with powder rather than only the sound
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Etymology
Squib is the name for a small firework and probably comes from a sound-like idea — think of a quick 'fizz' and tiny 'pop'. So a squib is a little tube that gives a short, sharp burst of sparks and noise.