firefighter

or fire fight·er

[ fahyuhr-fahy-ter ]

noun

1. a person who fights destructive fires.

firefighter

/ ˈfaɪəˌfaɪtə /

noun

1. a person who fights fires, usually a public employee or trained volunteer

Other Words From

• firefighting noun adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of firefighter¹

First recorded in 1900–05; fire + fighter

Example Sentences

“Managed properly, lithium batteries are very safe,” says Jon Simpson, a former firefighter turned fire safety consultant.

From BBC

One says he wanted a uniform and a badge, comparing himself to a paramedic or firefighter.

From BBC

She grabbed the dog and some cellphone chargers and tried to leave, but a firefighter told her it was too late.

From Los Angeles Times

The firefighter, Phillips said, told her it was safer at that point to remain in her home.

From Los Angeles Times

“All of my goodies gone. A firefighter told me that it will all hit me in a few days on what happened,” Cressy said.

From Los Angeles Times