sparkler

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Meaning · English

A gem or ornament that sparkles.

Register: slang

Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

When the bill came, I got a side-glance at it, and hoped Rose would have to hock her sparklers to pay it.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “sparkler” mean?

A gem or ornament that sparkles.

Is “sparkler” formal or informal?

sparkler is generally slang.