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fire

fire (English loanword)

noun FY-er Rare

Usage Note

Fire appears in Italian texts as an English loanword, notably in compound expressions (fire safety, fire exit) used in business and safety contexts. The standard Italian word is fuoco (fire) or incendio (blaze). As a loanword it is invariable and masculine (il fire drill).

Examples

"Il piano fire safety è affisso in bacheca."

Natural Translation

The fire safety plan is posted on the board.

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