Sekirov Dictionary

skyrocket

/ˈskaɪˌɹɒk.ɪt/

noun 3
verb 2
forms 3

noun3

A type of firework that uses a solid rocket engine to rise quickly into the sky where it emits a variety of effects such as stars, bangs, crackles, etc.
(UK, slang) A pocket.
A rebuke, a scolding.

verb2

•
To rise or increase suddenly and extremely; to shoot up; to surge or spike.
- The shortage caused prices to skyrocket.
•
(informal) To cause to increase suddenly and extremely.
- This is an area you'll have to work out in precise detail, as it's the area most likely to skyrocket your costs—or, without careful planning, leave you with thirsty guests. — 2014

forms

skyrocketed · skyrocketing · skyrockets

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