"fizzer" meaning in English

See fizzer in All languages combined, or Wiktionary

Noun

Forms: fizzers [plural]
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  1. Something which fizzes.
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  2. A party or social gathering which turns out to be a disappointment.
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  3. (British Army military slang) A disciplinary charge. Tags: British-Army, slang
    Sense id: en-fizzer-en-noun-Jz5BPYkn Topics: government, military, politics, war
  4. (cricket, informal) A fast ball. Tags: informal
    Sense id: en-fizzer-en-noun-DYvovGBN Categories (other): Cricket Topics: ball-games, cricket, games, hobbies, lifestyle, sports

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