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refire
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[], (Verb)
Definitions:
- To set light to again; to reignite or rekindle.
- To bake or dry (tea leaves) for a second or subsequent time, typically in order to improve the quality and taste of the finished tea.
- To fire (pottery) for second or subsequent time, typically in order to set a glaze which has been applied to repair or further decorate a piece.
- To fire (a gun) again, especially after reloading.
- To dismiss or discharge (a person) from employment for a second or subsequent time.
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Origin
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mid 17th century; earliest use found in John Davies (1625–1693), translator. From re- + fire
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