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from the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English.

  • noun An officer who has authority to direct in the extinguishing of fires, or to order what precautions shall be taken against fires; -- called also fireward.

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  • noun An officer who has authority to direct in the extinguishing of fires, or to order what precautions shall be taken against fires.

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  • noun an official who is responsible for managing and protecting an area of forest

Etymologies

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fire +‎ warden

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