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.
实用例句
1. He is represented by the media as a dangerous firebrand .
新闻媒介报导，他是个危险的政治煽动者。
来自辞典例句
2. He is represented by the media as a dangerous firebrand.
