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-verb (used with object)1.to put out (a fire, light, etc.); put out the flame of (something burning or lighted): to extinguish a candle.
2.to put an end to or bring to an end; wipe out of existence; annihilate: to extinguish hope.
3.to obscure or eclipse, as by superior brilliance.
4.Law . to discharge (a debt), as by payment.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 13y agoTo put something out. Such as a fire.
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Can you give me an example of a sentence using the word extinguishing?
that red canister is used for extinguishing fires
How do you put the word extinguishing in a sentence?
When I entered the house I found him extinguishing a small fire which had started due to his lack of cooking skills.
Is hydrogen used in extinguishing fire?
No, it is not. Because hydrogen is flammable, it will burn in contact of the fire, instead of extinguishing it. So, generally the gas used for extinguishing fire is Carbon dioxide, which is neither flammable nor supports combustion
What is Extinguishing Media?
Extinguishing media refers to substances or methods used to put out fires. Different types of fires may require specific extinguishing media, such as water for Class A fires, dry chemical for Class B and C fires, or carbon dioxide for electrical fires. It is important to use the correct extinguishing media to effectively and safely extinguish a fire.
What do you think cause the extinguishing of the flame?
Lack of O2.
What is the best extinguishing agent for the oil fire?
water
What is flame stabilizer?
The method by which a flame is saved from extinguishing.
What are the ways of extinguishing fire caused by the following solid fuel?
No
How can you use CO2 gas?
extinguishing fire,dry ice
How do you spell quenching?
That is the correct spelling of "quenching" (eliminating, extinguishing).
How is the fire extinguishing agent in a HRD system distributed?
The shove it in.
Who would you call to abate a conflagration?
I call it extinguishing a fire.
