Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fire-engine
noun
/ˈfaɪərˌɛndʒɪn/
Definition
A fire-engine is a vehicle equipped with firefighting equipment, used by firefighters to respond to fires.
Examples
- The fire-engine arrived quickly at the scene of the blaze.
- Children often enjoy watching a fire-engine race down the street with its sirens blaring.
- Each fire-engine is equipped with a pump to deliver water to the hose.
Meaning
It refers to a specially designed vehicle that can carry water, hoses, and other tools necessary for fighting fires.
Synonyms
- fire truck
- fire apparatus
- fire service vehicle
