fireplug
WordNet
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(n)
fireplug
an upright hydrant for drawing water to use in fighting a fire
Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
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(n)
fireplug
A device for connecting the supply-pipe of a fire-engine with a water-main in case of fire.
Chambers's Twentieth Century Dictionary
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Fireplug
a plug placed in a pipe which supplies water in case of fire
Etymology
Chambers's Twentieth Century Dictionary A.S. fýr; Ger. feuer; Gr. pyr.
Usage in the news
Gonzalez, 60, is a burly fireplug of a man with a quick, jovial grin that's served him well over his 20 years in politics. villagevoice.com
Usage in literature
He gave it a more thorough examination than a dog gives a fireplug. "Jubilation, U.S.A." by