firemen

/ˈfaɪərmɛn/

Definitions

1. noun

Men whose occupation is to extinguish fires and rescue people from burning buildings.

“The firemen worked bravely to put out the blaze and save the family’s belongings.”

2. noun

Collectively, firefighters, especially those working for a municipal fire department.

“The firemen arrived quickly and began to pump water into the burning building.”

Synonyms

  • bravemen
  • firefighters

Antonyms

  • cowards
  • unheroes