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firing in German

firing in German is Brennen, Brennung, Brennstoff — firing means the act of shooting a weapon.

firing in German

Brennen
noun
(ceramics) The process of applying heat or fire, especially to clay, etc., to produce pottery.
Brennung
noun
(ceramics) The process of applying heat or fire, especially to clay, etc., to produce pottery.
Brennstoff
noun
The fuel for a fire.
Schussabgabe
noun
The discharge of a gun or other weapon.
Entlassung
noun
The dismissal of someone from a job due to poor work performance.

What does "firing" mean?

  1. noun The act of shooting a weapon.
    "The cadets practised firing on the shooting range under close supervision."
  2. noun The process of heating clay or similar material in a kiln to harden it.
    "After the first firing, the pottery turns a pale, chalky colour."
  3. noun The act of dismissing someone from a job.
    "Her firing came as a surprise after ten years with the company."
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firing in a sentence

  • The cadets practised firing on the shooting range under close supervision.
  • Firing at the targets stopped as soon as the whistle blew.
  • After the first firing, the pottery turns a pale, chalky colour.
  • Our teacher explained that a second firing makes the glaze shiny and smooth.

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What is "firing" in German?
"firing" in German is Brennen, Brennung, Brennstoff. firing means: The act of shooting a weapon.
How do you use "firing" in a sentence?
Example: "The cadets practised firing on the shooting range under close supervision." In German, "firing" is Brennen, Brennung, Brennstoff.
Are there other ways to say "firing" in German?
Yes — German has 5 translations listed for "firing": Brennen, Brennung, Brennstoff, Schussabgabe, Entlassung.
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