noun
General term for a ball of fire, such as in explosions, magic, or fantasy contexts.
魔法使いが手から火球を放った。
The wizard launched a fireball from their hand.
noun
bolide; fireball (astronomy)
Astronomical term for a very bright meteor, often exploding in the atmosphere.
昨夜、火球が観測され、多くの人が目撃した。
A fireball was observed last night and witnessed by many people.