firewood

noun

fire·​wood ˈfī(-ə)r-ˌwu̇d 

: wood used for fuel

Examples of firewood in a Sentence

They chopped enough firewood to last the winter.

Recent Examples on the Web

Protect ash trees with systemic pesticides, avoid moving firewood, and plant native, borer-resistant trees. — Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Aug. 2026

There were more tarps on the roof that covered stashes of firewood and fuel containers. — Zander Sherman, Rolling Stone, 7 Aug. 2026

Move flammable materials such as mulch, plants, leaves and firewood piles away from wall exteriors. — Hali Smith august 5, Idaho Statesman, 5 Aug. 2026

The kidnappers had begun making Ujah fetch water, gather firewood, and carry out other tasks. — Alexis Okeowo, New Yorker, 3 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for firewood

• adulthood
• babyhood
• brotherhood
• cottonwood
• fatherhood
• fuelwood
• hardihood
• ironwood
• leatherwood
• likelihood
• livelihood
• maidenhood

Kids Definition

firewood

noun

fire·​wood -ˌwu̇d 

: wood cut for fuel