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fire pike en · NOUN · etymology 1

Etymology

From fire + pike (“very long spear”).

Meanings

1. (historical) A flaming lance, more commonly used in sea battles; sometimes used as a distress signal.

Forms

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fire pikes	Number=Plur		lexicographic

fire pike en · NOUN · etymology 2

Etymology

From fire + pike (“pointed implement”).

Meanings

1. (obsolete) A poker (implement used to stoke a fire).

Forms

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fire pikes	Number=Plur		lexicographic