firebox

[ fahyuhr-boks ]

noun

1. the box or chamber containing the fire of a steam boiler, furnace, etc.
2. the furnace of a locomotive, where coal, oil, or other fuel is burned to generate steam.
3. a box or panel with a device for notifying the fire station of an outbreak of fire.
4. Obsolete. a tinderbox.

firebox

/ ˈfaɪəˌbɒks /

noun

1. the furnace chamber of a boiler in a steam locomotive
2. an obsolete word for tinderbox

Word History and Origins

Origin of firebox¹

First recorded in 1545–55; fire + box ¹

Example Sentences

I again leaped to the firebox, and again was shoved off.

From Literature

The sides have to be angled and tapered to the rear of the firebox.

From Seattle Times

Whichever style you choose, the most important thing is to use one that matches the size of the firebox opening.

From Seattle Times

“It’s open on three sides, so you don’t get the whole firebox feeling, and it’s a very simple linear fire and a much more modern treatment where each element is as simplified as can be.”

From Seattle Times

The hitching rack, hewn-log tables, campfire ring and firebox all were gone as well.

From Los Angeles Times