squib
[skwib]
noun
verb (used without object), squibbed, squib·bing.
verb (used with object), squibbed, squib·bing.
to assail in squibs or lampoons.
to toss, shoot, or utilize as a squib.
Origin of squib
First recorded in 1515–25; origin uncertain
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Related Words for squib
advice, comment, story, memorandum, directive, picture, notification, memo, instruction, criticism, order, note, warning, manifesto, proclamation, advertisement, poster, news, review, witticismExamples from the Web for squib
Historical Examples of squib
Here is a pistol, it is not loaded, but there is powder in the pan, and you can squib it.
The Buccaneer ChiefGustave Aimard
He arrived at his climax like a squib that attains its ideal.
When Ghost Meets GhostWilliam Frend De Morgan
But the squib is run to the end of the rope: room for the prodigy of valour.
Would Leonidas have fastened a squib to the robe of the Spartan mother?
Damon and DeliaWilliam Godwin
With eleven illustrations, designed by Squib, and engraved by Point.
Life of Charles DickensFrank Marzials
squib
noun
verb squibs, squibbing or squibbed
Word Origin for squib
C16: probably imitative of a quick light explosion
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