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

I always got the burners going with no problem and made sure my fire stick was out before I set it down.

From "Life Is So Good" by George Dawson

There are no more explosions from the fire stick.

From "Wayward Creatures" by Dayna Lorentz

He left his fire stick on and I went about my own work.

From "Life Is So Good" by George Dawson