English Reference
Noun

skyrocket

n. countable
B2 Upper Intermediate US /ˈskaɪˌɹɑkət/ UK /skˈaɪɹˌɒkɪt/ sky·rock·et UK spelling skyrocketing, skyrockets

n.a small rocket that people launch for fun, usually on a stick. It goes straight up into the air and then falls back down.

n.a small, lightweight rocket designed for recreational use, typically mounted on a stick for stability. Often used in the context of fireworks or amateur rocketry.


SIMPLE

The children watched the skyrocket as it flew into the sky.

CONTEXTUAL

During the festival, hundreds of colorful skyrockets were launched simultaneously, creating a bright display over the lake.

COMPLEX

While modern hobbyists often use electronic ignition systems, the traditional method of lighting a skyrocket with a long pole remains a popular choice for outdoor celebrations.

But no study has tracked estrangement rates over time, and nothing in the existing data shows that it is skyrocketing.

The Conversation· 17 Aug 2026

Oil companies are not using their skyrocketing profits to buy back their stocks.

The Conversation· 12 Aug 2026
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Level B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency Occasional
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