squib
🇺🇸
/skwɪb/
🇬🇧
/skwɪb/
noun
R
A small firecracker that makes a loud noise and a quick flash.
The kids lit a squib at the bonfire.
R
A short, clever comment or criticism.
She made a witty squib about his new haircut.
verb
R
To make a small explosion or bang.
The squib squibbed when it was lit.
translation
A small firecracker that makes a loud noise and a quick flash.; A short, clever comment or criticism.
To make a small explosion or bang.
Word Forms
Plural
squibs
Past
squibbed