firehouse

noun

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

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The Fire Department’s annual report for 1878 noted that sliding poles were installed in firehouses across the city. Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 27 June 2026 But even with Perry’s Survivor fandom, and even with Joe’s firehouse experience, how did a contestant with no prior acting experience land the coveted gig? Dalton Ross, Entertainment Weekly, 25 June 2026 It was meant to have a joint firehouse there, where both could work toward making the city safe. Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 16 June 2026 Smullen, who represents parts of the district in the state Assembly, is running a traditional campaign, chatting up voters at volunteer firehouses and community events. Michael Hill, Fortune, 12 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for firehouse

Word History

First Known Use

1869, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
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 7 Jul. 2026.

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firehouse

noun
fire·​house -ˌhau̇s How to pronounce firehouse (audio)
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