briquette

American  

[bri-ket] / brɪˈkɛt /

noun

1. a small block of compressed coal dust or charcoal used for fuel, especially in barbecuing.

2. a molded block of any material.

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verb (used with object)

briquetted, briquetting

1. to mold into briquettes.

briquette British  

/ brɪˈkɛt /

noun

1. a small brick made of compressed coal dust, sawdust, charcoal, etc, used for fuel

2. a small brick of any substance

   an ice-cream briquette

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verb

1. (tr) to make into the form of a brick or bricks

   to briquette clay

Etymology

Origin of briquette

From French, dating back to 1880–85; brick, -ette

Example Sentences

Created in 1934, the Ludo bracelet features updates like delicate mesh in hexagon and briquette motifs, woven by the maison’s craftsmen to heighten the effect of a supple ribbon.

From Los Angeles Times

A charcoal heating briquette – a common instrument for Korean suicides, via carbon monoxide poisoning – was found in the vehicle.

From Washington Times

It said a charcoal briquette was discovered in the passenger seat of the car.

From Seattle Times

India imports potash, lentils, and energy products such as coal, coke and briquettes among other goods from Canada.

From Reuters

Major imports from Canada include energy products such as coal, coke and briquettes, besides fertilizers, while India exports consumer goods, garments, engineering products such as auto parts, aircraft equipment, and electronic items.

From Reuters