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单词 prairie fire
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Definition of prairie fire in English:

prairie fire

noun ˈprɛːri ˌfʌɪə
  • 1A wildfire on a prairie. Frequently in similative use, especially as the type of something that spreads uncontrollably.

  • 2Figurative. Something which spreads or develops rapidly or uncontrollably.

Origin

Early 19th century. From prairie + fire.

Definition of prairie fire in US English:

prairie fire

nounˈprɛːri ˌfʌɪə
  • 1A wildfire on a prairie. Frequently in similative use, especially as the type of something that spreads uncontrollably.

  • 2Figurative. Something which spreads or develops rapidly or uncontrollably.

Origin

Early 19th century. From prairie + fire.

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