Briquette: meaning, definitions and examples

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briquette

 

[ brษชหˆkษ›t ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

fuel source

A briquette is a block of compressed biomass or charcoal, which is used as a fuel source. They are commonly made from a variety of materials including sawdust, wood chips, or other organic waste. Briquettes are often used in barbecues, fireplaces, and industrial applications for heating and energy generation. Due to their compact size and high energy density, briquettes can burn longer and more efficiently compared to traditional firewood.

Synonyms

charcoal, fuel block, solid fuel

Examples of usage

  • We used briquettes for grilling the steak.
  • The fireplace burned brightly with hardwood briquettes.
  • He prefers using charcoal briquettes for a smokier flavor.
  • The factory produces briquettes from recycled paper.
  • Briquettes are more eco-friendly than regular coal.

Translations

Translations of the word "briquette" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น brinquedo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค‡เคŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Briquette

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ briket

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑั€ะธะบะตั‚

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ brykiet

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ–ใƒชใ‚ฑใƒƒใƒˆ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท briquette

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ briqueta

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท briket

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ธŒ๋ฆฌ์ผ“

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจุฑูŠูƒุช

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ briketa

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ briketa

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅŽ‹ๅ—

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ briketa

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ briquette

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑั€ะธะบะตั‚

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒ แƒ˜แƒ™แƒ”แƒขแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ briqet

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ briqueta

Etymology

The term 'briquette' originates from the French word 'briquette', which itself is a diminutive of 'brique', meaning 'brick'. The use of compressed materials for fuel dates back to ancient civilizations, who discovered that creating compact forms of combustible materials allowed for more efficient burning and easier handling. In the 19th century, industrial processes began to develop around the creation of briquettes, particularly in Europe and the United States. As the demand for alternative fuels grew with a rising awareness of environmental issues, the production of biomass briquettes gained traction, using agricultural residues and sawdust as raw materials. Over the years, briquettes have been recognized not only for their efficiency as a fuel source but also for their role in reducing waste and promoting sustainable energy sources.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #33,675 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.