unsating

/ˈʌnsˈeɪtɪŋ/

Definitions

1. noun

The act of removing or preventing a fire from spreading or becoming more severe.

“The fire department took measures to prevent an unsating of the nearby buildings.”

2. verb

To remove or prevent a fire from spreading or becoming more severe.

“The firefighters worked to unsate the fire and save the nearby homes.”

Synonyms

  • extinguishing
  • suppressing

Antonyms

  • igniting
  • spreading