Meaning of the word fire-eater in English
What does fire-eater mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
fire-eater
US /ˈfaɪərˌiːtər/
UK /ˈfaɪərˌiːtər/
Noun
1.
a performer who puts flaming objects into their mouth or appears to breathe fire
Example:
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The circus featured a spectacular fire-eater.
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Children watched in awe as the fire-eater performed.
Synonym:
2.
a person who is aggressively enthusiastic or zealous about a particular cause or activity
Example:
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He's a real fire-eater when it comes to political debates.
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The coach was a fire-eater, always pushing his team to excel.
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