Extinguish means to put out a fire. This can be done by using water, foam, or other extinguishing agents.
When a fire is extinguished, the flames are put out and the fire stops spreading. This can be done by removing the fuel that the fire is burning, cooling the fire below its ignition point, or by smothering the fire.
Extinguishing a fire is important because it can prevent the fire from spreading and causing damage. It can also help to protect people and property from harm.
The fire was extinguished by the firefighters.
Noun: extinguishment.
Adjective: extinguishing.
Verb: to extinguish.
Synonyms: quench, put out, douse.
The word "extinguish" comes from the Latin word extinguere, which means "to quench, to put out." It was first used in English in the 13th century, and it is still used today to refer to the act of causing something to stop burning or shining.
What can be extinguished?
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