firewood

[ fahyuhr-wood ]

noun

1. wood suitable for fuel.

Word History and Origins

Origin of firewood¹

First recorded in 1350–1400, firewood is from the Middle English word ferwode. See fire, wood ¹

Example Sentences

Last week, the government banned all activities that involve the use of coal and firewood, as well as diesel generator use for non-emergency services.

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It bans all activities which involve the use of coal and firewood, as well as diesel generator use for non-emergency services.

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As Cuba approached its fourth day without power this week, Yusely Perez turned to the only fuel source left available to her: firewood.

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When they move, the struggle to locate food, firewood and medicine in an unfamiliar place starts again.

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“The Nigerian army took over the museum because it was the only building around with air-conditioning so they would use artefacts as firewood to cook their food,” he said.

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