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/ˈfaɪər ˈtɛmpəl/ · fire·tem·ple
noun
  1. A Zoroastrian place of worship where a consecrated fire is maintained continuously. The pilgrims entered the fire temple to offer prayers before the ever‑burning flame.
  2. A fire‑themed dungeon or location in video games, notably the Fire Temple in The Legend of Zelda series. After solving the puzzle, Link emerged from the Fire Temple drenched in sweat.
Did you know? The phrase "fire temple" entered popular culture through the 1998 video game The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, where the Fire Temple became one of the series' most memorable dungeons.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 14, 2026