firepit

noun

fire·​pit ˈfī(-ə)r-ˌpit 

variants or fire pit

plural firepits or fire pits

: a pit dug into the ground or encased in a surrounding structure (as of masonry or steel) in which a fire is kept burning for cooking, warmth, etc.

One description of a Mohawk town noted 36 longhouses, some 80 to 100 feet long … They were constructed of bark over a pole framework, each containing four or five firepits.

—Barbara A. Leitch

For privacy and solar gain, most of the buildings' doors and windows face south, away from neighboring houses, or toward the center courtyard. … A cobblestone firepit invites cooking outdoors on cool evenings.

—Nancy Davidson

… the living room is inviting and alive. It spills out onto a large patio with a barbecue grill, fire pit, pool and hot tub …

—Wine Enthusiast Magazine

Examples of firepit in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

This property also has an outdoor kitchen, an inground pool, a hot tub and a firepit. — Kim Quillen, Chicago Tribune, 15 Sep. 2026

The secret side tables and clever firewood compartment are the cherry-on-top features that set this outdoor fireplace apart from other run-of-the-mill firepits. — Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Sep. 2026

For those who prefer to stay on land, there’s the Majestic Oaks Golf Course and a lakeside firepit for staying warm in the evenings. — Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 14 Sep. 2026

Wear it on chilly mornings, at outdoor sporting events, around the firepit, while traveling, or sleeping under the stars. — ABC News, 7 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above