firebrand
pronunciation
How to pronounce firebrand in British English:
UK [ˈfaɪəbrænd]
How to pronounce firebrand in American English:
US [ˈfaɪərbrænd]
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- Noun:
- a piece of wood that has been burned or is burning
- someone who deliberately foments trouble
Word Origin
- firebrand (n.)
- also fire-brand, c. 1200, "piece of wood kindled at a fire, a piece of something burning," from fire (n.) + brand (n.). Used for spreading fire. Figurative sense of "one who kindles mischief or passions" is from late 14c.
Synonym
Example
- 1. He had a reputation of an ambitious firebrand .
- 2. We kindled a firebrand in the cave .
- 3. She has not hitherto been regarded by washington insiders as a real firebrand , or heavy hitter .
- 4. You got a name , firebrand ?
- 5. He is represented by the media as a dangerous firebrand .