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

Little opted to share what happened to her while noticing the popularity of the firepits while shopping for the holidays. —Kate Gibson, CBS News, 19 Dec. 2024

Details like in-room cribs, a family game room, dive-in movies during the warmer months, and s’mores by the firepits are all designed to create lasting core memories. —Esther Carlstone, Parents, 18 Dec. 2024

The county frequently issues poor air quality warnings and no-burn days during the winter, prohibiting fireplace and firepit use during high-pollution days. —Hayleigh Evans, The Arizona Republic, 16 Dec. 2024

These smokeless firepits are great for any occasion and help make the best s'mores. —Meaghan Kenny, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above