fire extinguisher

noun

1. a portable container, usually filled with special chemicals for putting out a fire.

fire-extinguisher

noun

1. a portable device for extinguishing fires, usually consisting of a canister with a directional nozzle used to direct a spray of water, chemically generated foam, inert gas, or fine powder onto the fire

Word History and Origins

Origin of fire extinguisher¹

First recorded in 1830–40

Example Sentences

One video shows a man spraying a fire extinguisher at the fire before running away.

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"You should have protected Carlos Manzo like this!" some protesters shouted at security forces, who responded with fire extinguishers and tear gas.

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Police protecting the compound used tear gas grenades and fire extinguishers to contain the protesters, who were banging on the fences.

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But without water or fire extinguishers nearby, the fire risks are huge.

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It made 25 recommendations including upgrading all fire doors that do not offer at least 30 minutes of fire resistance, ensuring fire extinguishers hidden behind doors are easily accessible and storing combustible material properly.

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