noun
hotshot
A firefighter specially trained to fight intense wildfires.
A hotshot clears brush ahead of the approaching wildfire.
Etymology
The established term hotshot evokes exceptional intensity or skill. As a wildfire crew name, it also evokes the intense heat and demanding fire conditions these specially trained firefighters face.
More examples
- The hotshots worked in steep terrain.
- Each hotshot carried specialized equipment.
- Two hotshot crews joined the response.
Forms
hotshot · hotshots
Similar words
- firefighter
- The broader profession without the specialized wildfire role.