flamethrower

== English == === Alternative forms === flame thrower flame-thrower === Etymology === From flame +‎ thrower, calque of German Flammenwerfer. === Pronunciation === (UK) IPA(key): /ˈfleɪmˌθɹəʊ.ə/ (US) IPA(key): /ˈfleɪmˌθɹoʊ.ɚ/ === Noun === flamethrower (plural flamethrowers) A device that projects a flame for starting fires, and sometimes also additional fuel to help ignition. Used either as a weapon or a tool. (basketball, baseball, slang) Someone who is extremely good at throwing or shooting balls. ==== Translations ====