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What does fire mean?
A movement and strategy of aggressive saving and investing to achieve financial independence and retire far earlier than traditional retirement age, freeing oneself from the need to work.
"They live on 40% of their income chasing F.I.R.E. so they can quit their jobs by 40."
Origin
From the literal heat of fire as a metaphor for excellence, it spread through hip-hop and AAVE into mainstream slang.
Frequently asked questions
What does fire mean in slang?
Fire means excellent, amazing, or extremely good.
What does straight fire mean?
Straight fire emphasises that something is exceptionally good.
What does fire mean on TikTok?
On TikTok fire hypes up impressive songs, fits, food, or content.
How do you use fire in a sentence?
For example: 'that beat is fire' — meaning it's excellent.
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