firefighter

noun

fire·​fight·​er ˈfī(-ə)r-ˌfī-tər How to pronounce firefighter (audio)
: a person who fights fires : fireman sense 2
firefighting
ˈfī(-ə)r-ˌfī-tiŋ How to pronounce firefighter (audio)
noun

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Among the regular participants are active-duty firefighters, lifeguards, professional boxers, National Guard personnel, yoga teachers and locals just looking for a fun way to get their cardio in. — Jenna Belhumeur, Los Angeles Times, 3 Sep. 2026 The only positives were that no one died and firefighters saved every village, ensuring no property was lost. — Chris Marshall-Bell, New York Times, 3 Sep. 2026 More than three hours after 14 fire engines were deployed, firefighters were still battling the fire, officials said. — ABC News, 3 Sep. 2026 The average wage is determined by analyzing 20 fire departments to be chosen by the Department of Human Resources and the firefighter union, Cal Fire Local 1881. — Sofia Williams, Sacbee.com, 2 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for firefighter

Word History

First Known Use

1839, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of firefighter was in 1839

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“Firefighter.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/firefighter. Accessed 4 Sep. 2026.

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firefighter

noun
: a member of a company organized to fight fires
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