English Expression · Intermediate
fire roll
A special drumbeat used to summon men to their quarters in case of fire
Pronunciation: say fire roll
Meaning
A special drumbeat used to summon men to their quarters in case of fire.
Example
[…] beat the fire roll. Then I hurried back to the main deck, without even thinking of making a report to the captain. The fire drill had been practiced every day […]
[…] beat the fire roll. Then I hurried back to the main deck, without even thinking of making a report to the captain. The fire drill had been practiced every day […]
Practice tips
- Practice fire roll out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.