flue
3 synonyms for flue, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A pipe or duct that carries smoke or hot gases away from a fire, furnace, or boiler.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use flue
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
chimney flue
flue pipe
blocked flue
Etymology
Origin uncertain, first recorded in Middle English; possibly linked to an Old English word for "flow."
Full origin of flue →Frequently asked questions
What does “flue” mean?
The word “flue” means a pipe or duct that carries smoke or hot gases away from a fire, furnace, or boiler. In plain terms, the pipe or channel that carries smoke and fumes safely out of a building.
How do you pronounce “flue”?
“Flue” is pronounced floo (/fluː/ in IPA).
How do you use “flue” in a sentence?
Here is “flue” used in a sentence: “A blocked chimney flue can cause smoke to fill the room.”
What part of speech is “flue”?
“Flue” is a noun.
Where does the word “flue” come from?
The word “flue” comes from Old English. Origin uncertain, first recorded in Middle English; possibly linked to an Old English word for "flow.".
