Definition of EXTINGUISHER

extinguisher

Plural: extinguishers

Noun

  • a manually operated device for extinguishing small fires
  • One who, or that which, extinguishes something.
  • A fire extinguisher.
  • One who, or that which, extinguishes something.
  • A small hollow conical instrument for putting out a candle.

Origin / Etymology

From extinguish + -er.

Synonyms

asphyxiator, extincteur, fire extinguisher

Antonyms

generator

Scrabble Score: 23

extinguisher is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
extinguisher is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
extinguisher is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 25

extinguisher is a valid Words With Friends word