firehouse

noun

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

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For his next movie, Coffey will need a different kind of house — a firehouse. — Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 14 Oct. 2026 In a court hearing earlier this year, prosecutors said Carroll's acts were not isolated to the firehouse and there may be other victims. — Bryan Lynn, CBS News, 13 Oct. 2026 Fire company will have firehouse tours, community exhibits and safety demonstrations, and interactive activities. — Jamie Chapman, Baltimore Sun, 23 Sep. 2026 But the men are intent on reaching the buses that will drive them back to their firehouses, and almost none stop. — Devin Friedman, Rolling Stone, 11 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for firehouse

Word History

First Known Use

1869, in the meaning defined above

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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 19 Oct. 2026.

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