Definitions

1. noun

a small explosive charge, especially one used in fireworks or for signaling.

“The fireworks expert carefully placed a squib in the rocket’s tail to ensure a precise explosion.”

2. noun

a brief, insignificant piece of writing, especially a review or a short article.

“The critic’s scathing squib about the new novel sparked a heated debate on social media.”

3. verb

to produce or make a small explosive sound, typically to signal the start of a competition or an event.

“The referee squibbed the starting pistol to signal the beginning of the track meet.”