firepit

noun

fire·​pit ˈfī(-ə)r-ˌpit 

variants or fire pit

plural firepits or fire pits

: a pit dug into the ground or encased in a surrounding structure (as of masonry or steel) in which a fire is kept burning for cooking, warmth, etc.

One description of a Mohawk town noted 36 longhouses, some 80 to 100 feet long … They were constructed of bark over a pole framework, each containing four or five firepits.

—Barbara A. Leitch

For privacy and solar gain, most of the buildings' doors and windows face south, away from neighboring houses, or toward the center courtyard. … A cobblestone firepit invites cooking outdoors on cool evenings.

—Nancy Davidson

… the living room is inviting and alive. It spills out onto a large patio with a barbecue grill, fire pit, pool and hot tub …

—Wine Enthusiast Magazine

Examples of firepit in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The many thoughtful amenities include s’more kits for the firepit out on the deck, and fragrant toiletries from Baja Botanica. —Anya Von Bremzen, AFAR Media, 8 May 2025

Gather the gang for a dip in the backyard hot tub, burn through your Goodreads list in the hammocks, or hang out by the firepit after hours. —Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 17 Apr. 2025

The Dune Lounge, open exclusively to resort guests, serves as both a dining and recreation space with ocean views, connecting to a firepit. —Rachel King, Forbes.com, 12 Apr. 2025

An expansive backyard with inviting hammocks, lounges, and firepits sits between two working farms, offering serenity and unobstructed views. —Irene S. Levine, Forbes, 15 Mar. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above