fire up
1. To cause someone to feel more passionate or excited about someone or something. In this usage, a noun or pronoun can be used between "fire" and "up." I know our players are nervous about the big game, but it's our job as coaches to fire them up. If a playoff game can't fire you up, man, you're playing the wrong sport! Woo! Up-tempo songs like this always fire me up for a run!
2. To turn on a machine. In this usage, a noun or pronoun can be used between "fire" and "up." Well, fire up the coffee pot and tell me all about your date last night! A: "Can you even fire up Pop's old truck anymore?" B: "I have no idea, but I'm gonna try!" You fire up the TV, I'll make the popcorn!
3. To light something, typically something to be smoked (such as a cigarette or pipe). In this usage, a noun or pronoun can be used between "fire" and "up." Come on, fire up those cigars, boys—we're celebrating! I felt really sick, so that was the first—and last—time I ever fired up a cigarette. Don't fire up that joint here! What if my mom sees?
4. slang To smoke marijuana. He must fire up all day long because he's always stoned when I see him. You guys fired up, didn't you? Well, the glassy eyes and goofy demeanor made it pretty obvious. Don't fire up here! What if my mom sees?
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