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sparker

1

[ spahr-ker ]

noun

  1. something that produces sparks. spark.
  2. an apparatus used to test insulation on wires.


sparker

2

[ spahr-ker ]

noun

  1. a lover, swain, or beau.
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˜yÐÄvlog History and Origins

Origin of sparker1

First recorded in 1860–65; spark 1 + -er 1

Origin of sparker2

An Americanism dating back to 1825–35; spark 2 + -er 1
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“TV has probably been the biggest sparker of conversation with anyone this year,†she said.

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The report issued Wednesday said the box exploded when a parachutist activated sparkers in the box upon arrival at a jump area at an outdoor evening event.

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In recent days, fans began buzzing about an apparent upgrade to Duchess Meghan’s three-stone sparker, the band of which appears to have been updated with pavé diamonds, replacing the plain yellow gold band, Glamour reports.

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Police say detonated sparkers that had been wrapped in electrical tape were found in each of the towns, and the devices were traced back to Duckworth and Andrade.

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He took out his knife and struck the sparker again and again on the rasp, producing a shower of sparks each time, which each time failed to light the paper in the fireplace.

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