fired
Pronunciation:
/ˈfaɪəd//ˈfaɪ(ə)ɹd/verb
Definitions
To set (something, often a building) on fire.
To heat as with fire, but without setting on fire, as ceramic, metal objects, etc.
Example: If you fire the pottery at too high a temperature, it may crack.
To drive away by setting a fire.
To terminate the employment contract of (an employee), especially for cause (such as misconduct or poor performance).
Antonyms:hire
adjective
Definitions
Dismissed, let go from a job.
Heated in a furnace, kiln, etc., to become permanently hardened.