ˈ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷ ̷ ̷ noun
1. : a cylinder that is usually of thick paper, contains an explosive and a fuse, and is usually discharged for amusement to make a noise
2. California : a young sardine
3. : fiery red
4. also firecracker flower : a Californian herb ( Brodiaea coccinea ) with scarlet tubular flowers