Meaning of the word "fire hydrant" in English

What does "fire hydrant" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

fire hydrant

US /ˈfaɪər haɪdrənt/

UK /ˈfaɪə ˌhaɪ.drənt/

a pipe in the street that is connected to the main water supply, used for putting out fires

Example:

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The firefighters quickly connected their hose to the fire hydrant.

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A car crashed into the fire hydrant, causing water to gush out.

Synonym:

hydrant fireplug