sprinkler system

noun

: a system for protecting a building against fire by means of overhead pipes which convey an extinguishing fluid (such as water) to heat-activated outlets

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Built in 1960, the dwelling featured then-futuristic electronic temperature controls, outdoor lighting, and sprinkler systems. — Katie Schultz, Architectural Digest, 18 Aug. 2026 Crews shut down the sprinkler system and eventually put out the fire. — Minyvonne Burke, NBC news, 18 Aug. 2026 Officials confirmed that the building’s smoke alarms were present and activated, though the structure was not equipped with a fire alarm or sprinkler system. — Matt Hubbard, Baltimore Sun, 13 Aug. 2026 Officials confirmed that the building, which records show was built in 1981, did not have a fire sprinkler system. — Robert Salonga, Mercury News, 6 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for sprinkler system

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First Known Use

1876, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of sprinkler system was in 1876

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