firebrand Meaning, Definition & Usage
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       noun a piece of wood that has been burned or is burning
       
       
 brand.
 
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       noun someone who deliberately foments trouble
       
       
 inciter; instigator; instigant; provoker.
 - she was the instigator of their quarrel
 
WordNet
Fire"brand` noun
Definitions
-  A piece of burning wood. L'Estrange.
-  One who inflames factions, or causes contention and mischief; an incendiary. Bacon.