Firebox: meaning, definitions and examples

Often used interchangeably with the previous entry, but in some contexts, it refers to the part of a steam engine where the fuel is burned.

• The steam locomotive's firebox required constant tending by the fireman.
• Repairing the firebox of the old train took several hours.

The floor of a fireplace, often extending into the room. Symbolically, it can represent home and family life.

• She swept the ashes from the hearth.
• Gathering around the hearth has been a family tradition for generations.

A structure made of brick, stone, or metal designed to contain a fire. Commonly found in living rooms and used for heating and decoration.

• We sat by the fireplace, enjoying the warmth on a cold winter evening.
• The fireplace was the centerpiece of the living room, adding a rustic charm.

An appliance used for cooking or heating that typically has a flat top and uses gas, electricity, or wood. Commonly found in kitchens.

• She placed the pot on the stove to start making dinner.
• The old wood-burning stove provided enough heat to warm the entire cabin.