Fireworks

Pyrotechnic devices used for entertainment.

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Fireworks are pyrotechnic devices designed to produce visual effects through the emission of light, color, sound, smoke, and/or gas. They are typically used for entertainment during celebrations such as New Year's Eve or national holidays.

Etymology

Fireworks originated in China, likely from attempts to imitate thunder and lightning.

Explain Like I’m 5

Fireworks are colorful explosions used to celebrate special events, like the Fourth of July, and they're made with chemicals that create light and sound.

Fun Facts

Fireworks contain chemicals like strontium for red, copper for blue, and barium for green
The earliest fireworks were used to scare away evil spirits
Some fireworks can travel over a mile high

FAQ

What are fireworks? They are pyrotechnic devices used for entertainment
How do fireworks work? A fuse ignites gunpowder, which launches stars and other effects into the air
When were fireworks invented? Early forms of fireworks originated in China over 2,000 years ago

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

pyrotechnics entertainment

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

roman candle sparkler firecracker

Meronyms — Parts or Components

gunpowder fuse stars

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

celebration festival

Indexes

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