NYT Dictionary

FIRING

/ˈfaɪ.ɚ.ɪŋ/
NounVerbFIR-ingfir-ing · 2 syllablesGrade 3

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2020, 2022, 2024, 2026

Meaning

The process of applying heat or fire, especially to clay, etc., to produce pottery.

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

By surface analysis, fire + -ing.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

firedischargeignitionlightingkindlinginflammationdismissaldismissionliberationrelease

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 3 recorded puzzles:

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