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PRONUNCIATION OF FIREWORK DISPLAY

firework display  [ˈfaɪəˌwɜːk dɪˈspleɪ] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF FIREWORK DISPLAY

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Firework display is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES FIREWORK DISPLAY MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Fireworks

Fireworks are a class of explosive pyrotechnic devices used for aesthetic, cultural, and religious purposes. A fireworks event is a display of the effects produced by firework devices. Fireworks competitions are also regularly held at a number of places. Fireworks take many forms to produce the four primary effects: noise, light, smoke and floating materials They may be designed to burn with flames and sparks of many colors, typically red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple, silver and gold. Displays are common throughout the world and are the focal point of many cultural and religious celebrations. The earliest documentation of fireworks dates back to 7th century China, where they were invented. The fireworks were used to accompany many festivities. It is a part of the culture of China and had its origin there; eventually it spread to other cultures and societies. Important events and festivities such as the Spring Festival and the Mid-Autumn Festival were and still are times when fireworks are guaranteed sights. China is the largest manufacturer and exporter of fireworks in the world.

Definition of firework display in the English dictionary

The definition of firework display in the dictionary is a public event at which fireworks are set alight.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH FIREWORK DISPLAY


airplay
ˈɛəˌpleɪ
cosplay
ˈkɒsˌpleɪ
display
dɪˈspleɪ
foreplay
ˈfɔːˌpleɪ
gameplay
ˈɡeɪmˌpleɪ
gunplay
ˈɡʌnˌpleɪ
horseplay
ˈhɔːsˌpleɪ
interplay
ˈɪntəˌpleɪ
outplay
aʊtˈpleɪ
overplay
ˌəʊvəˈpleɪ
play
pleɪ
play-by-play
ˈpleɪbaɪˈpleɪ
plug-and-play
ˌplʌɡənˈpleɪ
redisplay
ˌriːdɪˈspleɪ
replay
ˈriːˌpleɪ
role-play
ˈrəʊlpleɪ
screenplay
ˈskriːnˌpleɪ
splay
spleɪ
stroke-play
ˈstrəʊkˌpleɪ
wordplay
ˈwɜːdˌpleɪ

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE FIREWORK DISPLAY

fireproof dish
fireproof door
firer
fireroom
fireside
fireside chat
firestone
firestorm
firethorn
firetrap
firewall
firewarden
firewater
fireweed
FireWire
firewoman
firewood
firework
fireworks
fireworm

WORDS THAT END LIKE FIREWORK DISPLAY

air display
by-play
caller display
child´s play
courtship display
fair play
graphic display
head-up display
LED display
liquid-crystal display
misplay
pay-and-display
plug and play
power play
screen display
seven-segment display
single-line display
three-act play
triple play
window display

Synonyms and antonyms of firework display in the English dictionary of synonyms

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Translation of «firework display» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF FIREWORK DISPLAY

Find out the translation of firework display to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of firework display from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «firework display» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

烟花汇演
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

castillo de fuegos artificiales
570 millions of speakers

English

firework display
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

आतिशबाजी
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

عرض الألعاب النارية
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

фейерверк
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

queima de fogos
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

আতশবাজি প্রদর্শন
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

feu d´artifice
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

pertunjukan bunga api
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Feuerwerk
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

花火大会
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

불꽃 놀이 축제
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Kembang api
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

bắn pháo hoa
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

வாணவேடிக்கை காட்சி
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

फटाके प्रदर्शन
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

havai fişek gösterisi
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

fuochi d´artificio
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

pokaz sztucznych ogni
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

феєрверк
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

focuri de artificii
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

πυροτεχνημάτων
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

vuurwerk
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

fyrverkeri
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

fyrverkeri
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of firework display

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «FIREWORK DISPLAY»

The term «firework display» is quite widely used and occupies the 44.606 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «FIREWORK DISPLAY» OVER TIME

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about firework display

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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «FIREWORK DISPLAY»

Discover the use of firework display in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to firework display and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
1
Giving Your Own Firework Display: How to Run and Fire It Safely
It includes the main points for consideration, eg selecting a site, provision of site facilities, storing fireworks safely, crowd control, bonfire safety, firing the display, clearing up after the display.
Great Britain. Health and Safety Executive, 2005
2
Understanding the Olympics
One common element of festivity is the firework display. Are fireworks spectacle? Fireworks are interesting in that, at their most spectacular, they are conventionally laid on by the authorities as a show, a spectacle. But fireworks also induce a ...
John Horne, Garry Whannel, 2012
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Europa Triumphans: Court and Civic Festivals in Early Modern ...
However, while we are sure that the firework display in honour of Queen Anna did take place at La Rochelle on the evening of 20 November 1632 (as attested by Daniel Defos's account of the entry, written on Cardinal Richelieu's orders), we  ...
James R. Mulryne, 2004
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Encyclopedic Dictionary of Pyrotechnics: (and Related Subjects)
PERFORMANCE PLAN – (Also display plan) – A written plan for a firework display, or for the use of pyrotechnics or flame effects before a proximate audience. Such a plan is typically required as part of an application for a permit for the display ...
K.L. Kosanke, Barry T. Sturman, Robert M. Winokur, 2012
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Rariora: Preface to historical braodsides. English ...
Fimvork Display {circa 1650) ----5° ' V. Firework Display ( do. ) 5 2 i VI. Firework Display at Nuremberg (a.d. 166 i) 54 'VII. Firnvork Display at Paris (a.d. 1688) S6 VIII. Fireworks on the Vyver (a.d. 1689) S8 J IX. Firework Display at Rome (circa ...
John Eliot Hodgkin, 1902
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I love my World
Some of us ended up gathering armfuls of leaves, crouching down and then jumping up releasing the leaves with a whiz-bang-pop! Go on have a firework display of your own, because, whatever the occasion, it's a great way of celebrating!
chris holland, 2011
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The Firework-Maker's Daughter
A firework display will be put on by each of my invited artists, and Lalchand and Lila will take part as well. The prize of a golden cup will be awarded to the artist whose display receives the longest applause. That is all that the other competitors ...
Philip Pullman, 2001
8
The New Complete Guide to Night and Low-light Digital ...
At either end of the year, however, the days are much shorter so by the time the firework display begins the sky will be completely black. This needn't be a problem, though it's a good idea to try and fill the frame as much as possible so you ...
Lee Frost, 2011
9
Religious Toleration and Social Change in Hamburg, 1529-1819
But the Senate brushed aside their objections and insisted that the opera, Metastasio's La Clemenza di Tito, be performed on the evening of 8 December after the festive oration and Telemann's oratorio.54 The firework display, the usual three ...
Joachim Whaley, 2002
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Knowledge Encyclopedia
In most chemical Firework trail __ Black powder reactions, the end products are what matter .WQ'Q . Tightly necked gunpowder most—how they are produced isn' t important. . .=. '5 USEd t3 “PM? tne A firework display is the opposite—the ...
‎2013

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «FIREWORK DISPLAY»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term firework display is used in the context of the following news items.
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Wyoming Statehood Celebration - Kgwn.tv
Events will run 3-9:30 pm followed by a Firework display above the Capitol Building. It is important to note that due to the festivities Central, ... «KGWN, Jul 15»
2
Wickerman Festival firework display approved
The organisers of this month's Wickerman music festival have secured permission for a firework display to accompany the event finale. «BBC News, Jul 15»
3
Firework display draws area-wide audience
PAUL WALDSCHMIDT/LEADER Even before the start of the Sand Springs annual Fireworks Display, brothers (left) Wyatt Whitehorn, 7, and ... «Sand Springs Leader, Jul 15»
4
Rare celestial firework display could be seen in 2018
According to reports, astronomers could see a rare celestial firework display after three years. NASA said that it may observe a pulsar, similar to ... «Uncover California, Jul 15»
5
IronPigs apologize for Fourth of July fireworks display, offer free tickets
"It was pathetic for a 4th of July firework display. We attended last year and it was SO much better. Because of last year, we suggested this ... «Allentown Morning Call, Jul 15»
6
Clovis Firework Show Moved
Friday morning a stage was set up at the stadium, the firework display is in place at Clovis Elementary and the rest of the set up will happen ... «yourcentralvalley.com, Jul 15»
7
Tall Ships: Belfast says goodbye to spectacular vessels
The free event, which boasts 50 spectacular vessels from around the world, continued into the night with the hot air balloon and firework display ... «Belfast Newsletter, Jul 15»
8
Nashville hosts Fourth of July celebration
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) – Music City hosted the biggest Fourth of July firework display in the country Saturday night in downtown Nashville. «WKRN.com, Jul 15»
9
Firework Related Accident Reported in Monongalia County
Two people were taken to the hospital after being injured from a firework display at their house last night Monongalia County. The accident ... «WDTV, Jul 15»
10
America's 11 best July 4th firework shows
new york fireworks east river ShutterstockThe Macy's Firework Show in New York City is the largest Independence Day firework display in the ... «Business Insider, Jul 15»

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« EDUCALINGO. Firework display [online]. Available <https://educalingo.com/en/dic-en/firework-display>. Apr 2024 ».
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