fire in the hole

== English == === Etymology === (This etymology is missing or incomplete. Please add to it, or discuss it at the Etymology scriptorium.) === Pronunciation === === Interjection === fire in the hole A warning of an imminent explosion in a confined space, especially a grenade or blasting charge. (The addition of quotations indicative of this usage is being sought:) (loosely, by extension, humorous) A warning of any imminent explosive detonation. 2023, Don H. Corrigan, "I fart in your general direction!": Flatulence in Popular Culture (page 102) […] fire-in-the-hole farts and the unwholesome sounds of a Niagara Falls of diarrhea filling the sink rim to the brim. (slang) A generalized warning that something is about to happen. ==== Synonyms ==== (generalized warning): heads up look out watch out ==== Translations ====