noun
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the process of baking ceramics, etc, in a kiln or furnace
a second firing
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the act of stoking a fire or furnace
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a discharge of a firearm
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something used as fuel, such as coal or wood
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a scorching of plants, as a result of disease, drought, or heat
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of firing
late Middle English word dating back to 1375–1425; see origin at fire, -ing 1
Example Sentences
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Firing advanced missiles -- which can cost millions -- to down drones worth just a fraction of that is too expensive a response.
From Barron's • Feb. 20, 2026
Appeared in the December 8, 2025, print edition as 'Court to Eye Vast Firing Power for President'.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 8, 2025
Firing a trebuchet involves dozens of steps, but the basic idea is simple.
From Slate • Jul. 7, 2025
He would go on to publish the National Review and host the PBS interview program, "Firing Line."
From Salon • Apr. 6, 2025
In the early Evening, the Firing grew greater, which was General Putnam arrived with Reinforcements & engaging with Parliament’s Schooner.
From "The Astonishing Life of Octavian Nothing, Traitor to the Nation, Volume I: The Pox Party" by M.T. Anderson
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