briquette
noun
a small block of compressed coal dust or charcoal used for fuel, especially in barbecuing.
briquettes
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present tense formof briquette (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
Example Sentences
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Adser produces about 10 tonnes of briquettes, used for cooking, every day -- but they aren't available everywhere.
From Barron's ● Apr. 24, 2026
India imports potash, lentils, and energy products such as coal, coke and briquettes among other goods from Canada.
From Reuters ● Oct. 20, 2023
At the stadium entrance, the smell of charcoal briquettes fill the air, while portable speakers blast music from innumerable tailgate parties.
From National Geographic ● Aug. 31, 2023
The ban prohibits igniting wood, briquettes or any fuel in fire pits, fire pans and barbecue grills, according to a news release.
From Seattle Times ● Aug. 16, 2023
“Eomma taught me how to use the yeontan,” she said as she pointed to the cylindrical coal briquettes piled up against the outside of the house.
From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh
