| 单词 | backfire |
| 释义 | Word Frequency backfire(ˌbækˈfaɪə) verb (intransitive) 1. (of an internal-combustion engine) to emit a loud noise as a result of an explosion in the inlet manifold or exhaust system 2. (of an endeavour, plan, etc) to have an unwanted effect on its perpetrator his plans backfired on him 3. to start a controlled fire in order to halt an advancing forest or prairie fire by creating a barren area noun 4. (in an internal-combustion engine) a. an explosion of unburnt gases in the exhaust system b. a premature explosion in a cylinder or inlet manifold 5. a controlled fire started to create a barren area that will halt an advancing forest or prairie fire |
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