whizbang

noun 3

Definitions

noun

1

A type of firework that made a whiz before exploding.

2

A small artillery shell.

World War I: Trench Songs, Oxford University Hush, here comes a Whizzbang

3

Someone or something that holds an explosive amount of success, skill or effectiveness.

She [Agatha Christie] has produced a whizzbang surprise which I am unable even to hint at without spoilsporting.

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