A special type of axe used by firefighters, typically featuring a pick-shaped pointed poll (area of the head opposite the cutting edge) and in a vivid color to make it easily visible during an emergency.

plural of fire axe

plural of fire screen

Tasks in progress; involvement in ongoing projects.

plural of fire guard

(firefighting) A vehicle used by firefighters to pump water to fight a fire. Typically, a fire engine carries a supply of water and has the ability to connect to an external water supply.

(transitive) To cause to begin to burn. / (figuratively, transitive) To arouse passionate feelings in.

A fire, stove or heater powered by electricity.

(transitive) To ignite. / (intransitive) Of an engine or similar, to start. / (transitive, computing, informal) To launch; to run. / (transitive) To excite; to infuse with energy.

Weapons fire from allied or friendly forces, as opposed to fire coming from enemy forces or enemy fire.