Pronunciation: /ɪkˈstɪŋɡwɪʃər/
noun a device used to put out fires
A1 The fire extinguisher is red.
A2 In case of a fire, use the extinguisher to put it out.
B1 Make sure to check the expiration date on the extinguisher regularly.
B2 The building was equipped with multiple fire extinguishers for safety.
C1 The firefighter quickly grabbed the extinguisher and rushed into the burning building.
C2 The expert used the extinguisher with precision to contain the chemical fire.
formal In case of a fire, make sure to locate the nearest fire extinguisher and follow the proper procedures.
informal Hey, can you grab the extinguisher from the kitchen? There's a small fire on the stove.
slang Dude, pass me that fire extinguisher, quick! The trash can is on fire!
figurative She was like a fire extinguisher in the midst of chaos, always ready to put out any drama that came her way.
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