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Definition of firetruck

firetruck

/ˈfaɪərˌtrʌk/
fire · truck
Plural:firetrucks
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firetruck Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

North American A large emergency motor vehicle equipped with firefighting and rescue apparatus, such as ladders, hoses, and water pumps, used to transport firefighters to the scene of a fire.

Example

"The bright red firetruck sped down the avenue with its sirens blaring and lights flashing."

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Word Nuance & Usage

In strict firefighting terminology, a 'firetruck' (or 'fire truck') carries aerial ladders and specialized rescue tools, whereas a 'fire engine' carries hoses and a water pump; in everyday usage, however, the two terms are used interchangeably.

• Nearby Words

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Firetruck. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/firetruck
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