Fireplug (Noun)
Meaning
An upright hydrant for drawing water to use in fighting a fire.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The fire department hooked a hose up to the fireplug on the corner to fill the water tanker.
- A group of children playing in the park decided to open the cap on the fireplug and create a mini-fountain.
- In case of a fire, residents were instructed to call 911 and inform the operator of the nearest fireplug location.
- The old fireplug had been replaced with a newer model that was easier to access and use.
- Firefighters tested the pressure on the fireplug to make sure it was functioning properly before a scheduled parade.