firesmetaphorically
Firesmetaphorically is a neologistic label used to describe the linguistic practice of employing fire-related imagery to express ideas, emotions, or states that are not literally burning. It captures how terms such as ignite, burn, blaze, flame, smolder, and ember function as conceptual metaphors that structure thought about energy, urgency, or change.
Origin and scope: The term combines a core fire domain with a descriptive adverbial form, and is
Usage and examples: In prose and journalism, phrases like a policy that ignited public interest or the
Relation to broader theory: Firesmetaphorically intersects with metaphor theory, image schemas (fire as energy, passion, or
Limitations and note: Because firesmetaphorically is a descriptive label rather than a standard category, its applicability