The act of watching for the occurrence of fires, for example during wartime bombing raids or in forested areas in hot and dry conditions.

A rite of passage through the survival or success of a crisis or ordeal.

(firefighting) A ladder truck, a vehicle used by firefighters to gain access to the upper stories of a building. Typically, a fire truck has a hydraulic system which operates a large, heavy-duty ladder mounted on top of the truck body, space for portable ladders to be stored and compartments for holding other tools that may be needed. Unlike a fire engine, trucks do not have pumps or carry water.

An emergency exit for usage in case of a fire.

An electromechanical or electronic bell, klaxon, chime, horn, speaker, strobe light or other device which warns people in a building of a possible fire or other condition requiring evacuation.

A launch of a rocket or missile, or a firing of a gun, in order to investigate its performance, handling characteristics etc.

(firefighting) A device used by firefighters to obtain water from the main supply, consisting of a barrel, connections for hose and a valve assembly.

In warfare, an agreed end to hostilities for a specific purpose. (Typically only temporary).

(idiomatic) To put oneself in a precarious situation with a high risk of getting harmed, particularly emotionally or financially.

Fire in the tops of trees.