Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fire
noun and verb
/faɪər/
Definition
The phenomenon of combustion characterized by heat, light, and flame.
Examples
- The fire in the fireplace created a cozy atmosphere.
- She was fired from her job for being late consistently.
- At the camp, we gathered around the fire to tell stories.
- The firefighters worked bravely to control the raging fire.
Meaning
Fire can refer to both the physical process of burning and to a flexible concept used in various contexts such as emotions or metaphorical expressions.
Synonyms
- blaze
- flame
- conflagration
- burn
