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Firebrand
Manage episode 282265346 series 2492929
Firebrand is a noun that refers to one who agitates in support of a cause.
Our word of the day began in the 13th century as a term for a type — or ‘brand’ — of wood that was used to start or maintain fires. By the 14th century it had become used to refer to agitators for a cause.
My grandmother was a firebrand for equal rights in her day. She would give passionate speeches in support of her causes.
1909 에피소드
Manage episode 282265346 series 2492929
Firebrand is a noun that refers to one who agitates in support of a cause.
Our word of the day began in the 13th century as a term for a type — or ‘brand’ — of wood that was used to start or maintain fires. By the 14th century it had become used to refer to agitators for a cause.
My grandmother was a firebrand for equal rights in her day. She would give passionate speeches in support of her causes.
1909 에피소드
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