FIRESTORM


Meaning of FIRESTORM in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ faɪə(r)stɔ:(r)m ]

also fire storm

( firestorms)

1.

A firestorm is a fire that is burning uncontrollably, usually in a place that has been bombed.

N-COUNT

2.

If you say that there is a firestorm of protest or criticism, you are emphasizing that there is a great deal of very fierce protest or criticism. ( AM )

The speech has resulted in a firestorm of controversy.

N-COUNT : usu with supp [ emphasis ]

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