fire stick

American  

[fahyuhr stik] / ˈfaɪər ˌstɪk /

Or firestick or fire-stick

noun

1. a relatively long and slender piece of wood that is twirled against a flat, broad piece of wood to light a fire by friction.

2. a burning or smoldering stick.

3. poker.

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Etymology

Origin of fire stick

First recorded in 1250–1300

Example Sentences

The Enders report says the fire stick enables "billions of dollars in piracy" overall.

From BBC • May 30, 2025

Dancing With the Stars The couples perform dances inspired by a “Cirque du Soleil” show, with acrobats, aerialists, dancers and fire stick performers performing alongside them.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 3, 2016

The fire stick blows another hole in the wall, expanding my broken plank into a true escape hatch.

From "Wayward Creatures" by Dayna Lorentz

I would light those burners with a long fire stick.

From "Life Is So Good" by George Dawson

I did say, “You shouldn’t ought to leave your fire stick going when it’s on the ground.”

From "Life Is So Good" by George Dawson