firebrand的词源

英文词源

firebrand (n.)

also fire-brand, c. 1200, "piece of wood kindled at a fire, a piece of something burning," from fire (n.) + brand (n.). Used for spreading fire. Figurative sense of "one who kindles mischief or passions" is from late 14c.

中文词源

firebrand：煽动动乱者

即挥动火把的人，比喻煽风点火。

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