fire tower

American  

noun

1. a tower, as on a mountain, from which a watch for fires is kept.

2. drill tower.

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Etymology

Origin of fire tower

First recorded in 1820–30

Example Sentences

There are plenty of beautiful snowshoeing routes in Washington, including the more off-the-beaten-path excursions listed below that end at a fire tower or cabin — some of which are available to rent for the night.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 7, 2022

At the top, a wooden fire tower offers 360-degree views of the forests, fields, valleys and crests spread out around the peak.

From Washington Post • Oct. 7, 2022

From the fire tower, take in the views of nearby peaks and the Olympic Mountains.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 2, 2022

But I readily admit a fire tower in the wilderness is a bit extreme as far as getaways go.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 7, 2018

The summit was sun-warmed granite, hot to the touch, but there was a wisp of breeze—the first in days—and I found a shady spot beneath a disused fire tower.

From "A Walk in the Woods" by Bill Bryson