Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
extinguish-a-fire
verb
/ɪkˈstɪŋɡwɪʃ ə faɪər/
Definition
To put out or quench a fire.
Examples
- The firefighters quickly extinguished the fire that had spread through the building.
- Always keep a fire extinguisher nearby to extinguish a fire in case it starts.
Meaning
Extinguishing a fire involves stopping it from burning, often using water, foam, or other fire suppression methods.
Synonyms
- quench
- put out
- snuff
- douse
- extinguish
