n.
1.the event of something burning (often destructive)
2.the process of combustion of inflammable materials producing heat and light and (often) smoke
3.the act of firing weapons or artillery at an enemy
4.a fireplace in which a fire is burning
5.intense adverse criticism
6.feelings of great warmth and intensity
7.once thought to be one of four elements composing the universe (Empedocles)
8.a severe trial fire v.
1.start firing a weapon
2.cause to go off
3.bake in a kiln so as to harden
4.terminate the employment of
5.go off or discharge
6.drive out or away by or as if by fire
7.call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses)
8.destroy by fire
9.provide with fuel
