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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The sparkler's design is nearly identical to that of Princess Diana's ring, which is now worn by her daughter-in-law Kate Middleton. Emma Banks, InStyle, 15 Feb. 2026 Brandon spent nearly $80,000 planning her birthday bash with 135 guests, sparklers, and a 360-degree photo booth. Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 14 Feb. 2026 The act does allow novelty items such as sparklers, which are sticks of magnesium burning at up to 3,000 degrees. Brad Weisenstein, Chicago Tribune, 5 Feb. 2026 These ladies love fabulous jewelry — and where better to borrow from than the collection of the star known for her spectacular sparklers? Alex Apatoff, PEOPLE, 29 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for sparkler

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First Known Use

1713, in the meaning defined above

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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 17 Feb. 2026.

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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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