Fireplug: meaning, definitions and examples
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fireplug
[ ˈfaɪərplʌɡ ]
firefighting equipment
A fireplug is a synonym for a fire hydrant, an essential equipment in firefighting. Typically, it is a valve, often in a cylindrical shape, that connects to the water supply and allows firefighters to access water quickly. Fireplugs are generally located on the street and marked for easy identification. They provide essential water access for emergency services to extinguish fires and prevent further damage.
Synonyms
fire hydrant, hydrant, water plug
Examples of usage
- The firefighters rushed to the fireplug during the emergency.
- Every street should have a functioning fireplug.
- The city conducted inspections on all fireplugs.
Translations
Translations of the word "fireplug" in other languages:
🇵🇹 hidrante
🇮🇳 फायरप्लग
🇩🇪 Feuerhydrant
🇮🇩 pipa pemadam kebakaran
🇺🇦 пожежний гідрант
🇵🇱 hydrant
🇯🇵 消火栓
🇫🇷 hydrant
🇪🇸 hidrante
🇹🇷 itfaiye musluğu
🇰🇷 소화전
🇸🇦 صمام إطفاء
🇨🇿 požární hydrant
🇸🇰 požiarne hydrant
🇨🇳 消防栓
🇸🇮 požarni hidrant
🇮🇸 slökkvivatn
🇰🇿 өрт гидранты
🇬🇪 მეხანძრე წყლის პუნქტი
🇦🇿 yanğın hidrantı
🇲🇽 hidrante
Etymology
The term 'fireplug' dates back to the early 19th century, originating in the United States. The word comes from the combination of 'fire' and 'plug', with 'plug' referring to a device used to stop a leak or seal a hole. Fireplugs were initially made of wood or metal and served to plug the water mains until needed. As urban areas expanded and the need for efficient firefighting grew, the design and functionality of fireplugs evolved. By the mid-19th century, more standardized models made from cast iron became common. This change significantly improved the reliability of water supply during fires, making fireplugs a pivotal part of urban firefighting infrastructure. The usage of 'fireplug' as a term continued to spread, solidifying its place in the lexicon of fire safety.