Definition

A device used to put out fires by spraying chemicals or water.

Example

The fire extinguisher was mounted on the wall near the exit.

Conversation

Hey, do you know where the fire extinguisher is in our building?

Yeah, it's next to the kitchen door, just in case.

That's good to know; I always worry about safety.

Right? It's better to be prepared than to panic.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Extinguisher → It is formed from "ex-" (meaning out) and "tinguere" (meaning to quench or extinguish). The word refers to a device that puts out or extinguishes fire.

Memory Tip

Think of 'putting out' ('ex-') a fire by 'quenching' it ('tinguere') — that's what an extinguisher does.

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