fire engine
A 'fire engine' is a crucial vehicle in emergency response, designed to transport firefighters and firefighting equipment to the scene of a fire.
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Definition
B2Firefighting
(technical)A vehicle equipped with hoses, water tanks, ladders, and other tools for fighting fires.
Example
- The fire engine arrived quickly to extinguish the blaze.
- Firefighters loaded the fire engine with all necessary equipment before heading to the fire.
B2Firefighting
(technical)A motorized apparatus used to transport firefighters and essential firefighting tools to an emergency scene.
Example
- The fire engine's sirens blared as it rushed to the emergency site.
- In addition to water tanks, the fire engine carried ladders and rescue equipment.
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