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Firebrand
01
an individual who is passionate about a cause, particularly political, and urges others to take action toward said cause, normally leading to trouble
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Human
Composition
Compound
Countable
singular
not gender specific
Plural form
firebrands
Examples
As a firebrand, she rallied people to the cause with impassioned speeches and bold actions.
02
a piece of wood that has been burned or is burning
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