Is a fire a living organism?

Check this definition. Does "fire" fit?

http://www.thefreedictionary.com/organism

fire is not a living organism. It has means of life except it burns faster with more oxygen. Fire does not support any lifestyle functions. It is only an element

brad

No, a fire is not a living organism. A fire is a chemical reaction known as combustion. It occurs when there is a fuel source, heat, and oxygen present in the right combination. Combustion releases energy in the form of heat and light, and it produces smoke, gases, and ash as byproducts. While a fire consumes fuel and goes through a process of growth and decay, it does not have cells, reproduce, or carry out the fundamental processes of life like metabolism or response to stimuli. Therefore, a fire is not considered a living organism.