sparkler

noun

spar·​kler ˈspär-klər How to pronounce sparkler (audio)
: one that sparkles: such as
a
b
: a firework that throws off brilliant sparks on burning

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Kevin Costner's ex-wife, Christine Baumgartner, is happily flashing her new sparkler while out-and-about with her fiancé, Joshua Connor. Janelle Ash, Fox News, 4 Feb. 2025 Grammys 2025: Everything to Know About Music's Biggest Night For accessories, the content creator kept things simple, pairing the neutral look with just a crystal choker and a single sparkler. Bailey Richards, People.com, 2 Feb. 2025 Glass, fireworks and sparklers also are prohibited. Bianca Moreno-Paz, Austin American-Statesman, 31 Dec. 2024 Kate's most iconic jewels previously worn by Diana are undoubtedly her sapphire and diamond engagement ring (which was originally from the future King Charles, and the sparkler Prince William later proposed to Kate with) and the Queen Mary's Lover's Knot Tiara, a go-to tiara for both women. Janine Henni, People.com, 28 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for sparkler 

Word History

First Known Use

1713, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of sparkler was in 1713

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“Sparkler.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sparkler. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.

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sparkler

noun
spar·​kler ˈspär-klər How to pronounce sparkler (audio)
1
2
: a firework that throws off very bright sparks as it burns

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