outfire
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: //aʊtˈfaɪər//
KK: /aʊtˈfaɪər/
noun
Definition
A gathering or celebration involving bonfires, typically where one bonfire society visits another to participate in festivities.
Example
The outfire brought together members from different bonfire societies to celebrate together.
Conversation
Are you going to the outfire this weekend?
Yeah, I heard it's going to be a lot of fun!
I can't wait to see everyone and join the celebrations.
Same here! It's always great to connect with the bonfire society.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
celebration
gathering
event
Antonyms
dispersal
separation
division
verb
Definition
To extinguish a fire or to put out a flame completely.
Example
The firefighters worked hard to outfire the raging blaze in the forest.
Tense Forms
Past: outfired
Past Participle: outfired
Conversation
Did you see how he managed to outfire everyone in the competition?
Yeah, his technique was really impressive!
I wonder if I could learn to outfire him next time.
Root Explanation
This word originates from Old English, where 'out' means outside or beyond, and 'fire' refers to flames or heat. The word 'outfire' means to extinguish or surpass in intensity of fire.
Memory Tip
Think of 'out' meaning beyond and 'fire' referring to flames — this helps you remember that 'outfire' means to extinguish or surpass a fire.
Visually Confused Words
outtire
outhire
outre
portfire