Definition of firebrand Firebrand

/fajˈɚbɹæˌnd/ - [fayerbrand] - fire•brand

We found 7 definitions of firebrand from 4 different sources.

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What does firebrand mean?

WordNet

WordNet by Princeton University

Noun

firebrand - someone who deliberately foments trouble; "she was the instigator of their quarrel"
  instigator, provoker, inciter, instigant
  bad hat, mischief-maker, trouble maker, troublemaker, troubler someone who deliberately stirs up trouble
firebrand - a piece of wood that has been burned or is burning
  brand
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= antonym
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  • firebrand (n.)
    A piece of burning wood.
  • firebrand (n.)
    One who inflames factions, or causes contention and mischief; an incendiary.

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firebrand in sign language
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