baptism of fire

Idioms In English

What Does “baptism of fire” mean?

Definition:

The idiom baptism of fire refers to a very difficult first experience someone undergoes.

The term baptism is a religious ceremony in which one is initiated, purified, or given a name.

Example(s)

My first day as the manager of the restaurant was a real baptism of fire.

This idiom is in the religion category.
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