fire engine

/ˌfaɪər ˌˈɛndʒən/
/faɪə ˈɛndʒɪn/
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Other forms: fire engines

Definitions of fire engine
  1. noun
    any of various large trucks that carry firemen and equipment to the site of a fire
    synonyms: fire truck
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    types:
    aerial ladder truck, ladder truck
    a fire engine carrying ladders
    type of:
    motortruck, truck
    an automotive vehicle suitable for hauling
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