fire house
Noun: A "fire house" (also written as "firehouse") is a building where firefighting equipment is housed and where firefighters are stationed, ready to respond to emergencies. It is a type of station designed for fire suppression and rescue operations.
- (The building where firefighters and fire trucks are kept.)
- (The station used for firefighting activities.)
"to run a fire house": to manage or operate a fire station.
- The chief has been running this fire house for over a decade. (He has been in charge of the station's operations.)
"fire house culture": the traditions, camaraderie, and lifestyle associated with firefighters and their stations.
- The fire house culture emphasizes teamwork and quick response times. (The shared values and practices of the fire station.)
Firehouse (n): an alternative spelling of "fire house," often used as a single word.
- The old firehouse has been converted into a museum. (The building originally used as a fire station.)
Fire station (n): a synonym for fire house, referring to the same type of building.
- We drove past the fire station on our way to the park. (Another term for a fire house.)
- Fire station: the most common synonym, referring to a building for firefighting equipment and personnel.
- Fire department: the organization that operates fire houses, though this term can also refer to the entire service.
"to fight fire with fire": to respond to an attack or problem with a similar tactic (not directly related to "fire house," but uses the word "fire").
- In negotiations, sometimes you have to fight fire with fire to be heard. (Use a similar aggressive approach.)
"to be on fire": to be extremely successful or active (not related to "fire house" but common with "fire").
- The team is on fire this season. (They are performing very well.)