FIRE
/ˈfɑeə(ɹ)/
7
Scrabble
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WWF
F(4) I(1) R(1) E(1)
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Definition
/ˈfɑeə(ɹ)/
noun
- A (usually self-sustaining) chemical reaction involving the bonding of oxygen with carbon or other fuel, with the production of heat and the presence of flame or smouldering.
- An instance of this chemical reaction, especially when intentionally created and maintained in a specific location to a useful end (such as a campfire or a hearth fire).“We sat about the fire singing songs and telling tales.”
- The occurrence, often accidental, of fire in a certain place, causing damage and danger.“During hot and dry summers many fires in forests are caused by regardlessly discarded cigarette butts.”
- The aforementioned chemical reaction of burning, considered one of the Classical elements or basic elements of alchemy.
- A heater or stove used in place of a real fire (such as an electric fire).
Source: Wiktionary
