(ˈwaɪldˌfaɪər) n. 1.a highly flammable composition, as Greek fire, difficult to extinguish when ignited, formerly used in warfare. 2.any large fire that spreads rapidly and is hard to extinguish. Idioms: like wildfire,very rapidly and with unchecked force. ...
17 of 18 | This aerial image taken with a drone shows homes leveled by the Almeda Fire line at Bear Lake Estates in Phoenix, Ore., on Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2020. (AP Photo/Noah Berger) 18 of 18 | In this photo taken by a drone, homes leveled by the Almeda Fire line the Bear ...