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English noun: firebrand

1. firebrand (substance) a piece of wood that has been burned or is burning


Synonymsbrand


Broader (hypernym)firewood

2. firebrand (person) someone who deliberately foments trouble


SamplesShe was the instigator of their quarrel.


Synonymsinciter, instigant, instigator, provoker


Broader (hypernym)bad hat, mischief-maker, trouble maker, troublemaker, troubler


Narrower (hyponym)ringleader









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