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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.
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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).
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We sat about the fire singing songs and telling tales.
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The occurrence, often accidental, of fire in a certain place, causing damage and danger.
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During hot and dry summers many fires in forests are caused by regardlessly discarded cigarette butts.
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The aforementioned chemical reaction of burning, considered one of the Classical elements or basic elements of alchemy.
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A heater or stove used in place of a real fire (such as an electric fire).
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The elements necessary to start a fire.
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The fire was laid and needed to be lit.
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The bullets or other projectiles fired from a gun.
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The fire from the enemy guns kept us from attacking.
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Strength of passion, whether love or hate.
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Liveliness of imagination or fancy; intellectual and moral enthusiasm.
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Splendour; brilliancy; lustre; hence, a star.
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A severe trial; anything inflaming or provoking.
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Red coloration in a piece of opal.