1. explosive devices that produce colorful lights and sounds for entertainment, typically used in celebrations
Usage: usually plural
2. an impressive display or outburst of something
Usage: figurative; informal

Examples

• The Fourth of July fireworks lit up the night sky.
• We watched the fireworks from our backyard.
• The city’s fireworks display lasted thirty minutes.
• Children covered their ears during the loud fireworks.
• The meeting ended with fireworks when they disagreed about the budget.
• Her performance was pure fireworks on stage.
• The fireworks were postponed due to rain.