firehouse

noun

fire·​house ˈfī(-ə)r-ˌhau̇s How to pronounce firehouse (audio)

Examples of firehouse in a Sentence

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Riggs, a beloved firehouse dog in Texas, was found dead after going missing from his station. Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 8 May 2025 With Bobby carrying out his usual duties as head chef slash father figure, the 118 is seen gathered around the firehouse dinner table, fueling up before yet another hectic full moon. Andy Swift, TVLine, 8 May 2025 The other firehouse members appreciate Peanut coming to visit and miss her when she’s gone. Meredith Wilshere, People.com, 4 May 2025 Building a new firehouse is expected to cost $5 million, said Natalie Walker, Canton’s financial officer. Briah Lumpkins, Charlotte Observer, 22 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for firehouse

Word History

First Known Use

1869, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of firehouse was in 1869

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“Firehouse.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/firehouse. Accessed 24 May. 2025.

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firehouse

noun
fire·​house -ˌhau̇s How to pronounce firehouse (audio)
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