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ˈsmother-fire
[f. smother n. or v.]
A smouldering or smoky fire. Also fig.
1625Gill Sacr. Philos. viii. 139 That dampish smother-fire of heresies, which the devill did kindle among his brands. 1905Daily News 27 Jan. 4 If any ashes are to hand from a smother fire this will be found a grand fertiliser for onions. |