flamethrower UK /ˈfleɪmˌθɹəʊ.ə/US /ˈfleɪmˌθɹoʊ.ɚ/ noun2 •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. •(slang) Someone who is extremely good at throwing or shooting balls."We allowed him to kind of orchestrate the whole offense, and he got comfortable early," George said. "He's a flamethrower. Once he gets hot, it's over." — 2017 formsflamethrowers