pulaski
What is another word for pulaski? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A firefighting hand tool combining an axe blade on one side and a mattock (digging) blade on the other, used to fight wildfires.
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How to use pulaski
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
swing a pulaski
pulaski and shovel
Etymology
Named after Edward C. Pulaski (1866–1931), the American forest ranger who invented the tool.
Full origin of pulaski →Frequently asked questions
What does “pulaski” mean?
The word “pulaski” means a firefighting hand tool combining an axe blade on one side and a mattock (digging) blade on the other, used to fight wildfires. In plain terms, the combined axe-and-mattock tool wildland firefighters carry.
How do you pronounce “pulaski”?
“Pulaski” is pronounced puu-LAS-kee (/pʊˈlæski/ in IPA).
How do you use “pulaski” in a sentence?
Here is “pulaski” used in a sentence: “The crew used pulaskis to cut a fire line through the brush.”
What part of speech is “pulaski”?
Depending on how it is used, “pulaski” can be a noun and a name.
Where does the word “pulaski” come from?
The word “pulaski” dates back to around 1866. Named after Edward C. Pulaski (1866–1931), the American forest ranger who invented the tool.
How many meanings does “pulaski” have?
“Pulaski” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a firefighting hand tool combining an axe blade on one side and a mattock (digging) blade on the other, used to fight wildfires.
