fire something off

Related to word: fire

片語動詞

Definition (message)

  1. to compose and dispatch a letter expressing strong emotion

    • After receiving the unjust criticism, she immediately fired off a response letter.

    • His anger over the mismanagement prompted him to fire off a sharp complaint letter.

    • After the closed meeting, the team leader quickly fired off a letter to the general manager.

Definition (weapon)

  1. to discharge a firearm

    • During the hunt, he fired off a few shots without hesitation.

    • The soldiers were ordered to fire off immediately during the drill.

    • The police fired off to stop the suspect during the dangerous chase.