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The term "pompier" originated in Gaulish, the Celtic language spoken in ancient Gaul (France). It is derived from the root "pump-" meaning "to pump," referring to the use of pumps to extinguish fires in ancient times.
In the Middle Ages, the term "pompier" was used to describe a person who operated a hand-operated water pump to fight fires. These individuals were often organized into guilds or fraternities known as "pompiers."
Over time, the term evolved to refer specifically to professional firefighters who used more advanced fire-fighting equipment, such as steam engines and motorized vehicles. It became widely adopted in French and later in English.
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