firewood
What is another word for firewood? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — Wood cut and kept for burning, usually for heat.
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How to use firewood
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
chop firewood
stack of firewood
dry firewood
Etymology
From Middle English fyrewoode, equivalent to fire and wood.
Full origin of firewood →Frequently asked questions
What does “firewood” mean?
The word “firewood” means wood cut and kept for burning, usually for heat. In plain terms, wood meant to be burned for warmth.
How do you pronounce “firewood”?
“Firewood” is pronounced FEYE-uh-wuud (/ˈfaɪ.ɚ.wʊd/ in IPA).
How do you use “firewood” in a sentence?
Here is “firewood” used in a sentence: “They stacked firewood by the back door before winter.”
What part of speech is “firewood”?
“Firewood” is a noun.
Where does the word “firewood” come from?
The word “firewood” comes from Middle English. From Middle English fyrewoode, equivalent to fire and wood.
Is “firewood” a common word?
“Firewood” is an uncommon word in modern English.
