firepit

American  

[fahyuhr-pit] / ˈfaɪərˌpɪt /

noun

1. a pit dug into the ground or made from stones, masonry, etc., for keeping a fire used for cooking or warmth.

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Etymology

Origin of firepit

fire + pit ¹

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Example Sentences

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firepit

And as Michael and Maya stood round the firepit before heading to bed - or the turret in Maya's case - she looked like a dead woman walking.

From BBC ● Oct. 29, 2026

Faraaz, the youngest of the group at 22, was the first to be voted out around the firepit during the endgame, leaving Rachel and Steven to team up to knock out Jack.

From BBC ● Jan. 23, 2026

We’ve been together 12 years, and one of my favorite things is to come home, and we have a firepit outside our house here or in Malibu we have a beautiful balcony overlooking the beach.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 16, 2026

Outside, the dwelling boasts a pool and spa, a firepit with built-in seating, an external dining area and lounge space, and even a putting green.

From MarketWatch ● Nov. 24, 2025

I move to the other side of the firepit before calling.

From "The Tenth Mistake of Hank Hooperman" by Gennifer Choldenko

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