banger

/ˈbæŋər/
/ˈbæŋgə/
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Other forms: bangers

Definitions of banger
  1. noun
    firework consisting of a small explosive charge and fuse in a heavy paper casing
    synonyms: cracker, firecracker
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    types:
    cannon cracker
    a large firecracker
    cherry bomb
    a red ball-shaped firecracker with high explosive power
    whizbang, whizzbang
    a firecracker that (like the whizbang shell) makes a whizzing sound followed by a loud explosion
    type of:
    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.
  2. noun
    (British informal) pork sausage
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    type of:
    pork sausage
    sausage containing pork
  3. noun
    a popular song, usually with a heavy beat or sung with high energy
  4. noun
    anything considered excellent, high-quality, or exciting
  5. noun
    a person or thing that strikes something loudly or makes a loud sound
  6. noun
    an old car in poor condition
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