damp squib

Meanings

• noun

  A firework that fails to explode or produces a weak explosion.

  - "The damp squib fizzled out before making a loud bang."
  - "The fireworks display was a damp squib as most of them didn't go off."

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Pronunciation

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Synonyms

wet firecracker

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Rhymes

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dive , hive , five , jive , rive

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Variants

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damp squib

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Etymology

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The origin of the term 'damp squib' is believed to come from the world of fireworks. A squib is a small fuse used to ignite a firework, and if it becomes damp, it may not ignite properly, resulting in a weak or no explosion.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'damp squib' is also used in the world of theatre to describe a disappointing performance.

2. In some cultures, a damp squib is used as a prank, where a person is given a seemingly impressive firework that fails to explode.

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1. firework: A chemical composition that produces an explosion and creates a visible effect, such as a burst of light or a loud noise.

2. fuse: A length of cord or other material that burns slowly and provides the means to ignite an explosive or pyrotechnic device.

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Culture

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In literature, the term 'damp squib' is often used metaphorically to describe an event or situation that fails to live up to expectations. For example, in F. Scott Fitzgerald's 'The Great Gatsby', the much-anticipated reunion between Gatsby and Daisy is described as a 'damp squib'.

How to Memorize "damp squib"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a firework that doesn't explode or produces a weak explosion. Imagine a damp fuse that fails to ignite the firework.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the term 'damp squib' with disappointment or underwhelming situations.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the acronym D.A.M.P. Squib: D - Damp, A - Almost, M - May, P - Produce, S - Small, Q - Quiet, I - Ignition, B - Bang.

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