What does FIRES mean?

fires

Parts of Speech: Noun, Verb

Definitions:

1. A noun meaning combustion or burning, as in a campfire or forest fire.
2. A verb meaning to set something on fire or ignite it.

Pronunciations:

• US: /faɪrz/
• UK: /faɪəz/

Origin and Usage:

The word "fires" has Old English origins and has been used in English since the 12th century. It is commonly used to describe combustion or burning, as in a fireplace or a forest fire. As a verb, it is used to describe the act of setting something on fire or igniting it.

Synonyms:

• Combustion
• Burning
• Blaze
• Inferno

Related Words:

• Flame
• Smoke
• Torch
• Spark
• Blaze

Example Sentences:

1. The forest fires in California have caused widespread damage.
2. The firefighter quickly extinguished the fire.
3. She fires up the grill every weekend to cook burgers.
4. The arsonist was caught setting fires in the park.