Definition

A type of firecracker or shell that produces a whizzing sound followed by a loud explosion.

Example

The children were excited to see the whizzbangs light up the night sky during the festival.

Conversation

Did you see that whizzbang firework at the festival last night?

Yeah, it was amazing! I love the sound it makes.

I thought it was the best one of the night, for sure.

Totally! The way it lights up the sky is just incredible.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'whizzbang' is of onomatopoeic origin, combining 'whizz' (representing a swift movement or sound) and 'bang' (representing a loud noise). It describes something that is both fast and impressive, often used to refer to something that is flashy or exciting.

Memory Tip

Imagine the sound of something moving quickly ('whizz') followed by a loud noise ('bang') — this helps you remember that 'whizzbang' refers to something that is both fast and impressive.

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