Synonyms for

Firewood

Verb / ˈfaɪɜ:ˌwʊd / / ˈfaɪˌrwʊd / Another word for firewood — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Wood that is burned in a fire to produce heat or light.

Synonyms & similar words

logs kindling timber fuel woodpile cordwood lumber sticks branches

Example sentences

  1. We need to chop some firewood for the winter season.
  2. The firewood crackled and popped in the fireplace.
  3. The camping trip was ruined when we ran out of firewood.
  4. My dad built a big pile of firewood in the backyard.
  5. The cabin was stocked with plenty of firewood for the weekend.

Quotes

  • "Firewood warms you twice, once when you cut it and once when you burn it." -M.J. Bradley
  • "A tree is best measured when it is down and cut up into boards. So is man." -Henry Ford
  • "The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now." -Chinese Proverb

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