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firecracker
fire·crack·er [ fr kràkər ] (plural fire·crack·ers)


noun 
Definition:
 
explosive paper cartridge: a firework consisting of a small paper or cardboard cylinder filled with an explosive that makes one or several loud bangs when lit
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