Meaning of skyrocket in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Verb
    1. Definitions
  3. Noun
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

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  1. Verb

    skyrocket

    Definitions

    1. shoot up abruptly, like a rocket

    Examples

    • « prices skyrocketed »

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  2. Noun

    skyrocket

    Definitions

    1. propels bright light high in the sky, or used to propel a lifesaving line or harpoon

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  3. 2. sends a firework display high into the sky

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