firebrand

Definition of Firebrand in English :

1. brand, firebrand

a piece of wood that has been burned or is burning

someone who deliberately foments trouble

Example Sentences:
'she was the instigator of their quarrel'

WordNet Lexical Database for English. Princeton University. 2010.

Firebrand

noun

1.

a piece of burning or glowing wood or other material

2.

a person who causes unrest or is very energetic

noun

1.

a piece of burning wood

2.

a person who stirs up others to rebellion or strife

n.

1. A person who stirs up trouble or kindles a revolt.

2. A piece of burning wood.