SKYROCKET

Skyrocket

A skyrocket is a type of firework that uses a solid rocket motor to rise quickly into the sky. At the apex of its ascent, it is usual for a variety of effects to be emitted. Sky rockets use various stabilisation techniques to ensure the flight follows a predictable course, often a long stick attached to the side of the motor, but also including spin-stabilisation or fins.

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skyrocket

Noun

  1. A type of firework that uses a solid rocket motor to rise quickly into the sky where it emits a variety of effects such as stars, bangs, crackles, etc.
  2. A rebuke, a scolding.
  3. Pocket.

Verb

  1. To increase suddenly and extremely; to shoot up; to surge or spike.
    The shortage caused prices to skyrocket.


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