• a cylindrical projectile that can be propelled to a great height or distance by the combustion of its contents, used typically as a firework or signal

Synonyms: missile, projectile

• a severe reprimand

Synonyms: scolding, chiding, reprimand, rebuke, reproof, reproach, remonstration, upbraiding, berating, castigation, tirade, diatribe, harangue, lecture, admonition, admonishment, lambasting, obloquy

• (of an amount, price, etc.) increase very rapidly and suddenly

Synonyms: shoot up, soar, increase rapidly, rise rapidly, escalate, spiral upwards

• attack with rocket-propelled missiles

• an edible Mediterranean plant of the cabbage family, whose leaves are eaten in salads