'skyrocket' definitions:

Definition of 'skyrocket'

From: WordNet
noun
Propels bright light high in the sky, or used to propel a lifesaving line or harpoon [syn: rocket, skyrocket]
noun
Sends a firework display high into the sky [syn: skyrocket, rocket]
verb
Shoot up abruptly, like a rocket; "prices skyrocketed" [syn: rocket, skyrocket]

Definition of 'skyrocket'

From: GCIDE
  • skyrocket \sky"rock`et\ (sk[imac]"r[o^]k`[e^]t), v. i. To rise rapidly; -- usually used figuratively, as of prices. [PJC]

Definition of 'skyrocket'

From: GCIDE
  • skyrocket \sky"rock`et\ (sk[imac]"r[o^]k`[e^]t), n. A rocket that ascends high and burns as it flies; a species of fireworks. [1913 Webster]

Synonyms of 'skyrocket'

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Words containing 'skyrocket'