Meaning of the word "under fire" in English

What does "under fire" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

under fire

US /ˈʌndər ˈfaɪər/
UK /ˈʌndə ˈfaɪə/
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Idiom

being attacked with weapons or being criticized severely

Example:
The soldiers came under fire from enemy snipers.
The government has come under fire for its handling of the crisis.