Synonyms for

Fireman

Verb / ˈfaɪrmʌn / Another word for fireman — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A person whose job is to put out fires and rescue people and animals from burning buildings.

Synonyms & similar words

stoker firefighter fireeater reliever reliefpitcher firefighter smokejumper hoseman

Synonyms by register

Formal

firefighter fire suppression officer fire warden

Informal

firefighter hoseman smoke eater

Literary

hearth guardian flame tamer

Antonyms

arsonist incendiary pyromaniac destroyer saboteur

Common collocations

  • fireman's carry
  • fireman's lift
  • fireman's pole
  • fireman's helmet
  • fireman's suit
  • fireman's ladder
  • fireman's hose

Word family

noun fireman
verb firefight
adjective fiery

Usage note

The term 'fireman' is increasingly seen as gendered. 'Firefighter' is the preferred and more inclusive term in most contexts.

Example sentences

  1. The fireman used a hose to put out the fire.
  2. My dad is a fireman and he helps people in danger.
  3. The fireman climbed the ladder to rescue the trapped cat.
  4. The fireman put on his gear and rushed into the burning building.
  5. The fireman drove the firetruck to the scene of the fire.

Quotes

  • The fireman is a superhero who can rescue people from the deadliest fires.
  • Being a fireman is not just a job, it's a calling.
  • A fireman's job is to save lives, not buildings.

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