backburn

English

noun
Definitions
  • A controlled fire, lit in the path of a wildfire, in order to deprive it of combustible material.

Etymology

Compound from English back (mild drink, back, chaser) + English burn (stream).

Origin

English

burn

Gloss

stream

Concept
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