Word: backfire
Part of speech: Verb
Syllables: back
fire
Definition: To fail in a manner that brings down further misfortune.
Morphemes:
Affix: back
Language: en
PoS: Adverb
Meaning: In a manner that impedes.
Affix: fire
Language: en
PoS: Verb
Meaning: To terminate the employment contract of (an employee), especially for cause (such as misconduct or poor performance).