The term firing rate refers to the frequency at which a projectile-firing device (such as a gun) discharges, often measured in rounds per minute (RPM). In a broader biological context, it can also refer to the rate at which nerve impulses are sent by neurons or the frequency of action potentials in a neuron.
Frequency of Use: This term is used in specialized contexts, such as military, firearms, or neuroscience. It appears more frequently in technical writing and discussions related to these fields rather than in everyday conversation.
Новая винтовка имеет высокую скорость стрельбы, что делает ее эффективной в бою.
Neuroscientists study the firing rate of neurons to understand brain function better.
Нейробиологи изучают частоту импульсов нейронов, чтобы лучше понять работу мозга.
During the training, they measured the firing rate of different weapons to assess performance.
While firing rate itself is not commonly used in idiomatic expressions, the broader concept of "firing" can be related to several idiomatic phrases:
The team was really firing on all cylinders during the championship game.
"Fire away" - a phrase encouraging someone to start asking questions or to begin speaking.
If you have any questions about the project, feel free to fire away.
"Playing with fire" - to engage in risky behavior or activities that may lead to trouble.
The word firing comes from the verb to fire, which has its roots in Old English 'fyr' meaning "fire." The term came to be associated with the discharge of firearms during the early development of weaponry. Rate originates from the Latin word 'ratio', which means "calculation" or "proportion" and relates to the measurement of frequency.
Synonyms: - Discharge rate - Shooting rate - Output rate
Antonyms: - Ceasefire (in a military context) - Inactivity (in a biological context regarding neuron firing)