Firesetting
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Firesetting is a noun meaning The setting of fires; arson.
Meaning
The setting of fires; arson.
More Meanings
- (mining, historical) The use of fire to soften or crack the working face of a lode, to facilitate excavation; later superseded by the use of explosives.
Example Sentences
Given the scope of the negative outcomes associated with juvenile firesetting, it is surprising that there is so little empirical study of this behaviour.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include incendiarism, torching, incendiary, firetending, arson, firemaking.
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