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firefighter
/ˈfaɪəˌfaɪ.tər/
[/ˈfaɪəˌfaɪ.tər/]
fireman, rescuer
Beginnernoun
Definition
A firefighter is a person whose job is to put out fires and rescue people from danger.
Example
The brave firefighters worked through the night to bring the warehouse blaze under complete control.
The brave firefighters worked through the night to bring the warehouse blaze under complete control.
Etymology
A compound of 'fire' and 'fighter'; the gender-neutral replacement for 'fireman'.
How & Where It’s Used
Standard modern term for emergency workers who tackle fires and other rescues.