Word: Fireman

Pronunciation

/ˈfaɪərmən/

Definitions

• Noun: A person whose job is to put out fires, especially a member of a firefighting service. For example: “The brave fireman rescued people from the burning building.”

Noun usage examples

• “The fireman bravely entered the blazing inferno to save the trapped residents.”
• “She has always dreamed of becoming a fireman since she was a little girl.”
• “Firemen undergo rigorous training to prepare for their life-saving duties.”

Phrases

• “Call the fireman” implies requesting emergency assistance from the fire department.
• “A fireman’s carry” is a method of carrying an unconscious or injured person where they are slung over the rescuer’s shoulder.
• “Fireman Sam” is a popular British animated children’s television series featuring a firefighter protagonist.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The fireman extinguished the flames with a powerful jet of water.”
• “During the emergency drill, the fireman demonstrated how to use a fire extinguisher.”

Synonyms

• Firefighter
• Firefighter Officer
• Fire Service Personnel
• Rescue Worker
• Blaze Fighter