Meaning of the word inferno in English
What does inferno mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
inferno
US /ɪnˈfɝː.noʊ/
UK /ɪnˈfɜː.nəʊ/
Noun
1.
a large fire that is dangerously out of control
Example:
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The entire forest was engulfed in an uncontrollable inferno.
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Firefighters battled the raging inferno for hours.
2.
a place or state that resembles hell
Example:
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The city became an inferno of chaos and destruction after the earthquake.
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Working in that factory was an absolute inferno of noise and heat.