Firewood

/ˈfaɪərˌwʊd/

Meaning & Definition

noun

Wood that is cut and prepared for use as fuel in a fire.

We gathered firewood for the camping trip to keep warm at night.

Wood that is dried and stored for burning.

The log cabin had a stack of firewood next to the fireplace.

Wood that can be used for cooking over an open flame.

The chef preferred cooking with firewood for an authentic flavor.

Derived from the words 'fire' and 'wood', indicating wood used for starting and maintaining a fire.

burn the midnight oil

To study or work late into the night, with firewood being a metaphor for fuel for the late-night effort.

playing with fire

Engaging in risky or dangerous behavior, akin to improperly using firewood.

kindling

Small sticks or twigs used to start a fire.

firepit

A pit for lighting an outdoor fire.

campfire

A fire used for warmth, cooking, or gathering outdoors.

Wood used for barbecue.

We're gonna need more firewood to keep the barbecue going all day.