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Roman candle

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Roman candle
n.
A cylindrical firework that emits balls of fire and a shower of sparks.
Roman candle
n
a firework that produces a continuous shower of sparks punctuated by coloured balls of fire
[so called from its having been originated in Italy]
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Noun1.Roman candle - a cylindrical firework that projects a series of colored balls of fire
firework, pyrotechnic - (usually plural) a device with an explosive that burns at a low rate and with colored flames; can be used to illuminate areas or send signals etc.


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"A person who, because he has corns himself, always treads on other people's toes," answered the Roman Candle in a low whisper; and the Cracker nearly exploded with laughter.
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The city clocks were striking nine as they got out into the bay, and the island fireworks seemed to be over, for no rocket answered the last Roman candle that shone on the Aunt-hill.
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