skyrocket

English

/ˈskaɪˌɹɒk.ɪt/

noun
Definitions
  • A type of firework that uses a solid rocket engine to rise quickly into the sky where it emits a variety of effects such as stars, bangs, crackles, etc.
  • (by extension) A rebuke, a scolding.
  • (UK) Pocket.

Etymology

Compound from English sky + English rocket.

Origin

English

rocket

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