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firebreak

/fahyuhr-breyk/US // ˈfaɪərˌbreɪk //UK // (ˈfaɪəˌbreɪk) //

断火,霹雳火,防火,霹雳

Definitions

n.名词 noun
  1. 1
    • : a strip of plowed or cleared land made to check the spread of a prairie or forest fire.

Examples

  • If this is the case, every person who is vaccinated will contribute to a firebreak that will stop future surges of infection before they happen.

  • To slow fire near communities, Fillmore’s team has also cleared firebreaks around several backcountry towns, including Alpine, Julian and Pine Valley.

  • If there were poles, it might be the clearing for a telegraph line to a signal station; if it was broader, a firebreak.

  • She crossed the firebreak and rode up over the ridge calling her cheery "Hoo-hoo-hoo!"