Misfire: meaning, definitions and examples
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misfire
[ ˌmɪsˈfaɪər ]
firearm
Fail to discharge correctly or in a timely manner, especially of a firearm.
Synonyms
fail, malfunction, misfunction
Examples of usage
- The gun misfired and the shooter missed the target.
- The misfire was caused by a faulty trigger mechanism.
engine
An engine failure to ignite or explode at the proper moment, especially the failure of the fuel mixture to ignite in the cylinder.
Synonyms
engine failure, ignition failure
Examples of usage
- The car engine experienced a misfire due to a problem with the spark plugs.
- The mechanic diagnosed the issue as a misfire in one of the cylinders.
Translations
Translations of the word "misfire" in other languages:
🇵🇹 falha de ignição
🇮🇳 गलत फायर
🇩🇪 Fehlzündung
🇮🇩 salah tembak
🇺🇦 промах
🇵🇱 niewypał
🇯🇵 不発
🇫🇷 raté
🇪🇸 fallo de encendido
🇹🇷 ateşleme hatası
🇰🇷 점화 실패
🇸🇦 خلل في الإشعال
🇨🇿 selhání zapalování
🇸🇰 zlyhanie zapaľovania
🇨🇳 点火失败
🇸🇮 napaka vžiga
🇮🇸 misheppni í kveikingu
🇰🇿 тұтандыру сәтсіздігі
🇬🇪 ცეცხლის ჩაქრობა
🇦🇿 alışmanın uğursuzluğu
🇲🇽 fallo de encendido
Word origin
The word 'misfire' originated in the early 19th century, combining 'mis-' (meaning 'wrongly') and 'fire'. It initially referred to the failure of a firearm to discharge properly. Over time, the term has been extended to other contexts, such as engines and machinery. The concept of 'misfire' highlights the importance of precision and correct functioning in various mechanical processes.
See also: bonfire, fiery, fire, firearm, firearms, firebomb, firebox, firebrand, firebug, firecrackers, fired, firefighter, fireman, fireplace, firepower, firestorm, firewall, firewoman, firework, fireworks, firing.