bunger

[ buhng-er ]

noun

, Australian.

1. a firecracker.

bunger

/ ˈbʌŋə /

noun

1. slang.
   a firework

Word History and Origins

Origin of bunger¹

Perhaps bung ³ + -er ¹

Example Sentences

He was a remarkably powerful man, and was known by the name of Old Bunger.

From Project Gutenberg

"No, he's not such a bunger," and dashed off towards the paddock.

From Project Gutenberg