fiery

English

/ˈfaɪəɹi/

adj
Definitions
  • Of or relating to fire.
  • Burning or glowing.
  • Inflammable or easily ignited.
  • Having the colour of fire.
  • Hot or inflamed.
  • Tempestuous or emotionally volatile.
  • Spirited or filled with emotion.

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English firi affix from English fire (shoot).

Origin

English

fire

Gloss

shoot

Concept
Semantic Field

Warfare and hunting

Ontological Category

Action/Process

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