Word: FIRES
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Definition of FIRES
- A (usually self-sustaining) chemical reaction involving the bonding of oxygen with carbon or other fuel, with the production of heat and the presence of flame or smouldering.
- An instance of this chemical reaction, especially when intentionally created and maintained in a specific location to a useful end (such as a campfire or a hearth fire).
"We sat about the fire singing songs and telling tales."
- The occurrence, often accidental, of fire in a certain place, causing damage and danger.
"During hot and dry summers many fires in forests are caused by regardlessly discarded cigarette butts."
- To set (something, often a building) on fire.
- To heat as with fire, but without setting on fire, as ceramic, metal objects, etc.
"If you fire the pottery at too high a temperature, it may crack."
- To drive away by setting a fire.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
This word's structure suggests a derivation from common English phonetic roots, though specific origin data is not available.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "Linguists often study the historical evolution of "fires" in early literature."
- โข "In professional circles, using the word "fires" conveys a high level of precision."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word is a perfect "isogram" (or non-pattern word), meaning it contains no repeating letters. It is highly valued for rack flexibility!
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
Try to save this word for placing next to open vowels to trigger parallel intersections and score double points.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 8 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 8 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 8 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is FIRES a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is FIRES worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in FIRES? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing FIRES:
- # the fires effect
- # master of fires
- # playing with fires
- # in terms of fires
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