fire science

[fahyuhr sahy-uhns]

noun

1. the study of fire, with specific disciplines that include the composition of fire, acceleration and suppression of fire, prevention of fire, control of wildfires, and fire-related consequences of climate change.

   She got her bachelor’s degree in fire science with a concentration in public relations.

Word History and Origins

Origin of fire science¹

First recorded in 1945–50