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Fire: meaning, definitions and examples

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fire

 

[ faษชษ™r ]

Noun / Verb
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Noun

camping

Fire is the result of combustion, a chemical reaction between oxygen and a fuel source. It produces heat and light, and is essential for cooking, warmth, and light in camping.

Synonyms

blaze, flame, inferno.

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Word Description / Examples
fire

A general term for the phenomenon of combustion. Can be used in both literal and metaphorical contexts.

  • The fire in the fireplace kept us warm all night.
  • After the scandal, the company came under fire from the media.
flame

Refers to the visible, gaseous part of a fire. Can also be used metaphorically to describe a strong feeling.

  • The candle's flame flickered gently in the breeze.
  • The argument between them sparked a flame of anger that lasted for days.
blaze

Often used to describe a large, uncontrolled fire that is intense and can be dangerous.

  • Firefighters struggled to contain the blaze that had spread to several buildings.
  • The blaze lit up the night sky, making it visible from miles away.
inferno

Describes an extremely large, fierce, and uncontrollable fire, often with destructive consequences. Has a very intense and dramatic connotation.

  • The entire building was engulfed in an inferno, leaving nothing but ashes.
  • The forest fire turned into an inferno, destroying everything in its path.

Examples of usage

  • The campers built a fire to cook their dinner.
  • We gathered around the fire to keep warm.
  • The fire crackled and flickered in the darkness.
Context #2 | Verb

employment

To fire someone means to dismiss them from their job. It is a termination of employment, usually due to poor performance, misconduct, or company restructuring.

Synonyms

dismiss, sack, terminate.

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Word Description / Examples
fire

This is commonly used in everyday conversations and media. It can be a bit informal and is often used in a direct manner. It can also imply some level of drama or strong emotion.

  • The company decided to fire three employees after the scandal.
  • If you keep making mistakes, they might just fire you.
dismiss

This is a more formal term, often used in legal contexts or in official communications. It can also imply a softer or more neutral tone compared to 'fire'.

  • The board decided to dismiss the CEO after last quarter's poor performance.
  • The teacher had to dismiss the student due to his disruptive behavior in class.
terminate

This is a very formal term and is often used in legal or official contexts. It can sound quite harsh and final.

  • The corporation decided to terminate his contract due to repeated breaches of policy.
  • They had to terminate her employment after a thorough investigation.
sack

This is a British English term and is fairly informal. It is often used colloquially and can have a slightly negative connotation.

  • After the mistake, the boss decided to sack him on the spot.
  • She was sacked for consistently being late to work.

Examples of usage

  • The company decided to fire several employees due to budget cuts.
  • She was fired for consistently arriving late to work.

Translations

Translations of the word "fire" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น fogo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค†เค—

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Feuer

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ api

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒะพะณะพะฝัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ogieล„

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็ซ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท feu

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ fuego

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท ateลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ถˆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู†ุงุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ oheลˆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ oheลˆ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ซ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ogenj

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ eldur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะพั‚

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒชแƒ”แƒชแƒฎแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ od

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ fuego

Etymology

The word 'fire' originated from the Old English word 'fศณr', which can be traced back to the Proto-Indo-European word 'pรฉhโ‚‚wr' meaning 'fire'. Fire has been a crucial element in human history, providing warmth, light, and protection. It has been used for cooking, forging tools, and as a symbol of passion and destruction.

See also: bonfire, fiery, firearm, firearms, firebomb, firebox, firebrand, firebug, firecrackers, fired, firefighter, fireman, fireplace, firepower, firestorm, firewall, firewoman, firework, fireworks, firing, misfire.

Word Frequency Rank

At #589 in the frequency ranking, this word is highly important for effective communication. It's commonly used in daily situations and should be prioritized in your vocabulary building.