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

As the sun begins to set, head to the private rooftop pool deck, which has panoramic views, private cabanas, and firepits. —Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 17 Apr. 2026

While a small, steep yard can be hard to landscape, a little creativity goes a long way, advises Jamie Melton, owner of Laurel Crest Landscapes in Sylva, North Carolina, who devised a secluded firepit hideaway. —Rachel Davies, Architectural Digest, 15 Apr. 2026

Surrounded by the Uncompahgre National Forest north of Telluride, the property has a patio with a fireplace, an alfresco dining area, a putting green, firepits, shuffleboard, and a hot tub. —The Week Us, TheWeek, 13 Apr. 2026

Featuring a midsize stainless steel body that resists rust, a double-wall airflow system for a cleaner burn, and a portable design for easy transportation, the firepit delivers all the benefits of a wood-burning fire without the hassle. —Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above