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extinguisher

UK
/ɪkˈstɪŋɡwɪʃə/
US
/ɪkˈstɪŋɡwɪʃɚ/

Translations

extinguishernoun
extinguishers
pl
UK
/ɪkˈstɪŋɡwɪʃə/
US
/ɪkˈstɪŋɡwɪʃɚ/
The fire extinguisher is located near the exit.
Огнетушитель находится рядом с выходом.
Synonyms
fire extinguisher
suppressor
quencher
fire suppressor
extinguisheradjective
UK
/ɪkˈstɪŋɡwɪʃə/
US
/ɪkˈstɪŋɡwɪʃɚ/
Used attributively before another noun to denote equipment or systems intended for extinguishing (e.g., "extinguisher system"). Rarely, if ever, graded.

Definitions

extinguishernoun
A device used to put out fires, typically a portable container filled with a fire-retardant substance.
The fire extinguisher was mounted on the wall near the exit for easy access in case of an emergency.
A person or thing that extinguishes something such as a light or flame.
The torches burned brightly until the extinguishers moved through the hall.
extinguisheradjective
Relating to or designed for a fire extinguisher.
Extinguisher brackets should be installed in every company vehicle.
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